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School Bus Fleet Blog•John Benish Jr.•October 1, 2019

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Public Transit for Students May Save Money, but at What Cost?

School transportation remains a critical element within the context of a child’s overall educational experience. When we boil this element down to a cost-saving endeavor, we’ve really done a disservice to our children.

News•Nicole Schlosser•October 1, 2019

L.A. Agencies, Districts, HopSkipDrive Partner on Foster Care Transportation Pilot

The Foster Youth School Stability Transportation pilot tests three methods for transporting over 1,000 students to their school of origin: school bus routes, paying caregivers, and a public-private partnership with the child ridesharing service.

School Bus Fleet Blog•Ronna Weber•September 30, 2019

Taking on the Stop-Arm Running Epidemic

What seems simple — stop when a school bus is stopped — is proving challenging for motorists, and our nation’s children could pay the price.

News•Nicole Schlosser•September 27, 2019

NHTSA Seeks Comment on Seat Belt Use Warning System in Rear Seats

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issues an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on a requirement for a seat belt use warning system for rear seats. In particular, the agency seeks comment on a requirement for high-occupancy vehicles, including 15-passenger vans and school buses.

News•Sadiah Thompson •September 26, 2019

Texas District Operates Its Own Fleet For First Time

Pflugerville Independent School District launches its new transportation department and fleet of 159 school buses for the 2019-20 school year.

School Bus Fleet Blog•Nicole Schlosser•September 25, 2019

Amid Fall Semester Crunch Time, Take a Pause

As the hustle and bustle of the new school year ramps up, remember to take a minute to slow down and breathe.

News•Staff•September 23, 2019

GO Riteway Acquires Wisconsin School Bus, Motorcoach Operator

The Wisconsin-based school bus company buys Lazers Bus Service.

Photo Galleries•Sadiah Thompson •September 18, 2019

PHOTOS: Pupil Transportation in Pictures — Spring/Summer 2019

A school bus fit for a fiesta, a driver who appears on Good Morning America, and Washington’s first electric school bus are among the standout photos from School Bus Fleet's website and Snapshots department in recent issues.

News•Nicole Schlosser•September 17, 2019

NAPT Scholarship Deadlines Approaching

The National Association for Pupil Transportation Conference and Trade Show deadline for two related scholarships is Sept. 18. The Sol Englander Innovation in School Transportation Safety Scholarship deadline is Oct. 11.

Articles•Sadiah Thompson •September 13, 2019

Schools Choose Ridesharing for Greater Efficiency, Savings

Children’s ridesharing companies are offering more than just home-to-school transportation. The service also proves helpful for a variety of school trips, tackling bus driver shortage, and helping schools save on transportation costs.

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