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SEARCHSee the SBF staff's selections for the most interesting images and videos that appeared on our website in 2013. The top videos, both focused on student safety, demonstrate the "School Bus Jive" and the "School Bus Shuffle."
Our pick for the best photo gallery of the year shows engaging emergency training at Houston Independent School District.
VIDEOS OF THE YEAR
Ohio district’s ‘School Bus Jive’
South-Western City Schools in Grove City created this catchy school bus safety video for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Driver Ron McClure II raps about the district’s school bus safety rules, including how to board the bus safely.
To watch the video, go here.
Texas district’s ‘School Bus Shuffle’
Houston Independent School District also produced an infectious music video on school bus safety. Transportation staff member Curtis Harris came up with the song and dance moves to remind students and drivers about staying safe on the bus.
To watch the video, go here.
PHOTO GALLERY OF THE YEAR
Action-packed training for school bus emergencies
In August, more than 1,200 Houston Independent School District bus drivers and attendants took part in realistic, hands-on survival rescue training. This photo gallery gives a look at the engaging drills — from a bus fire to a train wreck to an armed intruder.
To see the photo gallery, go here.
The federal agency's report asks NHTSA to require all new school buses to be equipped with vehicle-integrated alcohol detection systems and passenger lap-shoulder belts.
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Student transportation teams are being asked to do more with less, facing driver shortages, rising costs, and increasing safety expectations. This report uncovers how fleets are adapting, where technology is making the biggest impact, and why student ridership tracking is emerging as a top priority. Download the report to explore the key trends shaping 2026 and what they mean for your operation.
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A Carroll County accident claimed the lives of two students and injured over a dozen others on a March 27 field trip for eighth graders at Clarksville-Montgomery County. A preliminary report adds new information to the story.
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From driver shortage solutions in Tennessee and rural connectivity debates in Utah to new safety laws in Wisconsin and ongoing electric bus mandate discussions in New York and Connecticut, here’s the latest in school bus legislation across the U.S.
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Waymo’s self-driving vehicles are under fire again after repeated school bus passing violations, raising questions about safety, remote operators, and regulation.
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Distracted driving continues to pose serious risks in school zones, with new data and driver insights highlighting ongoing concerns and potential solutions to improve student and roadway safety.
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A former airline pilot has stepped into a new role at the independent federal agency, but where does he stand on issues like seat belts on school buses? Here’s what he’s said.
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Two recent close calls at railroad crossings, a train clipping a bus and a rear-end crash, highlight why vigilance and training still matter. Here’s what happened and what to tell your own drivers.
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The federal agency's proposed rulemaking would eliminate the requirement for school buses to come to a complete stop at railroad crossings if the warning device is not activated. The goal: to improve traffic flow and save costs. With new data released, public comment is open through April 27, 2026.
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Stop reacting to engine lights and start predicting them. This guide reveals how transitioning from a "break-fix" model to a data-driven maintenance strategy can drastically reduce fleet downtime and protect your district's budget. Learn how to transform your garage operations from a cost center into a reliability powerhouse.
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