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Managementby Thomas McMahonJuly 28, 2015

Georgia district’s school bus drivers to conduct practice run

Atlanta Public Schools officials say that the practice will help drivers become familiar with their routes and will improve accuracy of timing during current traffic patterns.

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Managementby StaffJuly 28, 2015

Michigan district school bus drivers to get pay raises

Drivers for Jackson Public Schools will receive a raise and other incentives in the upcoming school year as the district works to improve its transportation system and be more competitive with area districts.

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Alternative Fuelsby Thomas McMahonJuly 28, 2015

New natural gas engine unveiled for school bus market

Cummins Westport’s ISB6.7 G is a 6.7-liter mid-range natural gas engine that is based on the Cummins ISB6.7 diesel engine platform.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserJuly 28, 2015

District to roll out student swipe card system on school buses

When boarding the bus, Kearney (Neb.) Public Schools students will tap an ID card on a card reader, and the bus driver will be able to see the student’s photo and assigned stop on a tablet.

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Maintenanceby StaffJuly 28, 2015

Eaton dual-clutch transmissions offered for IC Bus school buses

Eaton’s new seven-speed Procision transmissions will be available in IC Bus CE Series school buses in late 2015.

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Managementby StaffJuly 25, 2015

Magda Dimmendaal named a School Bus Champion

Dimmendaal, who started as a school bus driver and eventually bought the company she worked for, is honored for her industry leadership and community service.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonJuly 24, 2015

Seat belts, student behavior discussed at NHTSA meeting

The agency's public meeting looks at the barriers and benefits of seat belts on large school buses, as well as other approaches aimed at increasing safety.

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Managementby StaffJuly 22, 2015

Todd Monteferrario elected president of NSTA

Monteferrario, a senior director at First Student and a 25-year industry veteran, begins a two-year term at the helm of the National School Transportation Association.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonJuly 22, 2015

<I>SBF</i> names Riley Williams Contractor of the Year

The veteran school bus operator demonstrated a passion for safely transporting students and for giving back to the community. The award was given posthumously.

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Managementby StaffJuly 22, 2015

NSTA honors pupil transportation excellence

Awards presented included its Golden Merit Award, Outstanding Driver Service Award and Meritorious Service Award. The association also recognized Green School Bus Fleet Certification Program members.

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