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SEARCHFeature articles that drew the most traffic on the School Bus Fleet website in 2020 included coverage of new onboard safety practices amid COVID-19 and strategies for training and staff management.
An article about tips for cleaning school buses during COVID-19 was the most-viewed feature on the SBF website this year.
File photo courtesy Elk Grove (Calif.) Unified School District
Feature articles that drew the most traffic on the School Bus Fleet website in 2020 included coverage of new onboard safety practices amid COVID-19 and strategies for training and staff management.
1. 8 Tips for Cleaning School Buses in the Age of Coronavirus
17,656 views
The article recommends steps to take to ensure buses are as hygienic as possible including conducting a high-touch audit, considering no-touch cleaning systems, and using microfiber towels.
2.7 Bus Safety Practices Districts Are Planning for School Start
5,827 views
Extra sanitizing, contact tracing, social distancing, and increased training and communication were some of the best practices that transportation directors implemented for school reopening amid COVID-19.
3. COVID-19 Survey: Pupil Transporters Contend With Staffing Adjustments, Routing Concerns
3,891 views
Conducted by SBF, findings included adjusting personnel duties, some downsizing due to school closures, and significantly boosted cleaning routines. Respondents anticipated major routing changes as schools reopened.
4. Making the School Bus Ride Easier for Students With Autism in 7 Steps
3,298 views
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.
5. Message Received: Best Practices for Effective Radio Communication
2,717 views
Proper etiquette is critical to seamless operation between dispatchers and drivers. Tips on training and messaging included using equipment properly, creating clear emergency protocols, and keeping messages brief.
Driver shortages, safety expectations, and staffing limits define student transportation in 2026. New survey data shows how fleet leaders are responding.
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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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