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Managementby Kelly RoherJuly 24, 2013

David Duke named Contractor of the Year

The CEO of National Express Corp. has overseen the company as it has achieved significant growth and safety accomplishments. He has also remained active in industry associations, serving on the National School Transportation Association board of directors for the last five years.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonJuly 23, 2013

NTSB: Proper lap belt use could have lessened injuries in bus crash

In its investigation of last year's fatal Chesterfield, N.J., school bus crash, the National Transportation Safety Board finds that some students wore their lap belts improperly and some didn't wear them at all. The agency says it believes that lap belts can provide a benefit to most school bus passengers who wear them properly, although the addition of shoulder belts would reduce flailing injuries and provide greater protection.

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Safetyby StaffJuly 23, 2013

Blue Bird to unveil 2015 model year bus improvements

Officials say the enhancements to the Vision are an optional 98-gallon propane autogas fuel tank, new headlights with integrated turn signals that feature clear-lens technology and a new bracket for the cross-view mirror. On the Vision and on the All American are upgraded clearance lights and an improved driver’s seat belt system.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonJuly 23, 2013

NAPT developing enhanced security training

The association conducted a safety and security survey, which provided insight into school bus operations' current security-related training and procedures, as well as what they want more of. Executive Director Mike Martin discusses the survey results and how NAPT is using them to develop specific training.

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Managementby StaffJuly 22, 2013

Tyler Technologies unveils time tracking app

The Tyler eTimekeeper provides employees and supervisors an efficient and accurate method of tracking hours worked, according to the company. Supervisors can also access various management functions from the eTimekeeper dashboard to facilitate personnel management, configuration and data reporting.

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Managementby StaffJuly 22, 2013

First Student donates $5,000 to support educational program

The school bus contractor allocates the money to sponsor Wichita (Kan.) Public Schools’ golf tournament, which supports the school system’s Educational Edge Program. The program is a nonprofit that raises funds for athletics, fine arts, and project grants for classrooms and teachers within the district.

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Managementby Kelly RoherJuly 19, 2013

Hawaii to launch initiative to reform school bus system

The state Department of Education is scheduled to kick off its “Get on Board” initiative on Aug. 5, serving as many as 1,000 students at 30 schools who use buses in the Aiea, Moanalua, Pearl City, Radford and Waipahu High complex areas. Officials say one of the more significant features of the initiative is the use of a technology solution that includes routing software, GPS, and an updated and contemporary contracting and procurement process.

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Managementby StaffJuly 19, 2013

A-Z Bus Sales names new president

John Landherr has joined the dealership in the role, bringing over 20 years of experience in senior management roles, most recently as president of Certified Aviation Services. Officials say Jim Reynolds will continue as the CEO, but he has given up his role as president to concentrate on mergers and acquisitions activity, line extensions for current business units and new business development.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonJuly 18, 2013

NTSB to meet on 2 fatal school bus crashes

In a meeting next week, National Transportation Safety Board members will address last year's Chesterfield, N.J, and Port St. Lucie, Fla., school bus crashes. The board will also consider possible recommendations on school bus safety.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonJuly 18, 2013

Alabama district to end regular-ed transportation

Hoover City Schools officials expect that ending the service — to go into effect in August 2014 — will save more than $2.5 million per year. The district cites "sharply declining revenues" as a key factor in the decision.

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