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Managementby StaffNovember 9, 2018

NCST Writing Committees Seek Input

The National Congress on School Transportation’s writing committees are seeking subject matter experts and public comment as they prepare for the 2020 Congress. 

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Safetyby Sadiah ThompsonNovember 8, 2018

District Conducts Active Shooter Training for School Bus Security

A training program shows Canastota Central (N.Y.) School District transportation staff how to respond to active shooters and what signs to look for in students.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserNovember 8, 2018

Transportation Supervisor Kept School Buses Rolling For Over 20 Years

Tom Fish, who was also a school bus driver and mechanic for Crown Point (N.Y.) Central School, passed away in October.

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Managementby StaffNovember 8, 2018

JVCKenwood Unveils 2 New Smartphone Devices

The two-way radio supplier introduces the KWSA80K and KWSA50K handset devices, designed with hardware and functional advancements.

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Managementby StaffNovember 8, 2018

Applications Now Being Accepted for School Bus Fleet ConneX

Senior-level officials who have influence in purchasing decisions for school transportation fleets of at least 30 vehicles can apply to take part in the educational event through Feb. 1.

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Safetyby StaffNovember 7, 2018

Man Accused of Trying to Hijack School Bus

Christopher Martinez of California allegedly steps onto the school bus with students aboard, and says he is driving to a mission, police say. He is charged with attempted carjacking.

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Safetyby StaffNovember 6, 2018

School Bus Mechanic Run Over, Killed by Bus

Jason Johnson of Arkansas attempts to stop the bus from rolling down a hill after the air brake releases, but is killed while trying to get back on board.

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Managementby StaffNovember 6, 2018

District Resumes School Bus Routes After Lack of Driver Background Checks

More than 30 drivers with Crestwood (Pa.) School District were unable to service their routes, causing the district to cancel classes for two days.

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Maintenanceby StaffNovember 5, 2018

LoadHandler Offers 3 New Alternators for Heavy Duty Applications

The L22, L24, and L28 alternators are designed to meet the performance needs for school buses as well as many other applications.

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Special Needs Transportationby StaffNovember 5, 2018

Aide Accused of Abusing Special-Needs Student

Arthur Carlos of California is reportedly shown on school bus video putting his hands around a boy’s neck and pushing his head against a window. He is charged with corporal injury upon a child.

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