February 2020

Making the School Bus Ride Easier for Students With Autism in 7 Steps

Students with autism can become overwhelmed by the noise and crowded space on a school bus. Drivers and aides can help by accessing transportation plan information to minimize triggers, establishing consistent routines, and giving calm, clear direction.

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The Rhode Island Department of Education uses eight-passenger minivans to transport its...

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School Bus Alternatives Meet a Range of Standards, Student Needs

RWC Group, a bus and commercial truck dealership in Phoenix (the sales team is shown here), is...

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IC Bus, Dealer Introduce Suspension System for a Smoother Ride

John Barrington, the director of product planning for Blue Bird, discusses customizing school...

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Q & A: Blue Bird’s John Barrington on Special-Needs Trends, Customization

Anthony Pollard says that he worked with his district’s special-education department to “create...

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5 Questions: Anthony Pollard on Special-Needs Service, Bolstering Driver Training