Michigan Association Announces 2026 Award Winners
See who earned top honors at the 2026 Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation conference, recognizing excellence in school transportation statewide.
Top row from left: Laurie Sneden, Matt Hunt, and Kim Foss. Bottom row from left: Stephanie Jordan, Doug Orr, and Midwest Transit Equipment.
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The Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) celebrated its members in pupil transportation throughout the Great Lakes State at its 61st annual conference. The winners were named July 2, 2026, at the event held at Boyne Mountain Resort.
The annual MAPT awards celebrate the dedicated individuals who keep Michigan’s students safe and supported every day.
Who Won the 2026 MAPT Awards?
- School Bus Attendant of the Year: Laurie Sneden, Hudsonville Public Schools
- School Bus Driver of the Year: Matt Hunt, Oakridge Public Schools
- Presidential Award: Midwest Transit Equipment (MTE)
- Transportation Supervisor of the Year: Kim Foss, Macomb ISD
- Technician of the Year: Doug Orr, Milan Area Schools
- Administrator of the Year: Stephanie Jordan, Mattawan Consolidated School District
Winners were chosen from nominations and reviewed by the judging panel anonymously.
Save the date for MAPT 2027 from June 21-24, 2027, at Shanty Creek in Bellaire, Michigan.
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