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StatisticsFebruary 10, 2025

2025 Special-Needs Transportation Survey

What’s changing in special-needs transportation? Check out what this year’s survey tells us about staffing and pay, tech adoption, fleet makeup, and more. Sponsored by AMF Bruns of America.

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SponsoredJanuary 31, 2025

The Benefits of Implementing the Latest Wheelchair Securement Standards

Protecting your most vulnerable riders requires more than just standard equipment. It requires staying ahead of evolving safety regulations. This whitepaper breaks down how to transform your fleet into a gold standard for inclusive transportation safety.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettJanuary 29, 2025

5 Questions: Teena Mitchell on Tech, Training, and Transforming Special Needs Transportation

Meet Teena Mitchell, a dedicated advocate for special needs transportation. In this Q&A, the Greenville County Schools coordinator and NAPT president shares insights on industry advancements, behavior strategies, and bridging gaps in special education transportation.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettJanuary 27, 2025

Accessible and Inclusive: The Latest in School Bus Assistive Tools & Tech

Explore innovative assistive technologies transforming school buses to support students with diverse needs, from behavioral aids to sensory tools and communication devices.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Amanda HuggettJanuary 20, 2025

Driver Shortage Remains No. 1 Challenge for Special-Needs Transportation [2025 Survey Report]

What’s changing in special-needs transportation? Check out what this year’s survey data tells us about staffing and pay, tech adoption, fleet makeup, and more. This survey is sponsored by AMF Bruns of America.

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10 tips for equitable student transportation
Newsby Staff and News ReportsNovember 26, 2024

Advisory Council Issues 10 Key Recommendations to Advance Youth Transportation Equity (Update)

The Equitable Access to Transportation Advisory Council (EATAC) has released an official report on key changes that will make transportation more equitable for youth in the U.S.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsNovember 19, 2024

School Bus Attendant Recorded Hitting Autistic Student (& Tips to Prevent Incidents)

An Albuquerque school bus attendant allegedly struck the child dozens of times over 10 days, and was recorded on surveillance footage.

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Newsby StaffNovember 18, 2024

Help Shape SBF's 2025 Special-Needs Report: Survey Open

We're asking all K-12 school districts and contractors to share their voice about special-needs transportation for SBF's annual survey. Please respond by Jan. 6!

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 20, 2024

First Student Wins Technology Award for Alternative Transportation Solution

First Student received the Technology Strategy Impact Award for North America by Forrester for the creation of its FirstAlt program.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 7, 2024

Report Outlines Barriers to School Transportation for Vulnerable Students

The Equitable Access to Transportation Advisory Council's report highlights barriers to transportation for vulnerable students, emphasizing the need for creative policy solutions to address inequities. The council aims to provide solutions in a forthcoming white paper.

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