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Newsby StaffMarch 28, 2011

NASDPTS launches new website

The state directors association says that the site aims to provide its members and others in the pupil transportation community an improved, subject-based source of information.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2011

State directors to tally bus passing

NASDPTS is conducting a nationwide survey to determine how many motorists illegally pass stopped school buses — an ongoing problem that results in multiple student fatalities each year.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonJanuary 18, 2011

Focus on Safety — In and Out of the Bus

At the NASDPTS conference, state directors discuss enhancing school bus security and reducing pedestrian fatalities, among other topics.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonNovember 22, 2010

Conference dispatch: postcards from Portland

The school bus industry convened in Portland, Ore., recently for the annual NAPT and NASDPTS conferences. The events were full of fascinating speakers, inspiring awards presentations and entertaining sights and activities. Here's a look at what we SBF editors captured with our cameras.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonNovember 16, 2010

Hood Discusses NASDPTS Term, Issues Ahead

Outgoing NASDPTS president Charlie Hood reflects on the past two years in pupil transportation and discusses the issues that lie ahead.

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Newsby StaffNovember 2, 2010

State directors take on pressing issues

The NASDPTS conference includes discussions on enhancing school bus security and reducing pedestrian fatalities, among many other topics.

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Newsby StaffNovember 1, 2010

Industry professionals recognized for dedication, achievements

Marisa Weisinger of Innovative Transportation Solutions, Carol Stamper of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (N.C.) Schools and NASDPTS President Charlie Hood were among the honorees at Sunday's NAPT awards banquet. During Monday's Leading the Day: Recognition for Exceptional Performers celebratory breakfast, this year's America's Best school bus technician and inspector were among the individuals recognized for their achievements.

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Newsby StaffOctober 21, 2010

State directors support seat belt proposal for motorcoaches

NASDPTS backs the federal proposal to require lap-shoulder belts on new motorcoaches, citing increased safety for children who ride in the vehicles on activity trips. The association also supports a federal requirement for lap-shoulder belts in the driver seat of new large school buses.

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Newsby StaffJuly 20, 2010

Former state pupil transportation director passes

Spence Holder, who died Sunday at 66, held the state director role in Arkansas for 12 years. He also served as president of NASDPTS and the Southeastern States Pupil Transportation Conference.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2010

Conference will commemorate clean diesel initiatives

The EPA, NASDPTS and other groups are organizing Clean Diesel 10, to be held in Washington, D.C., in October. The event will include a presentation on the EPA’s Diesel Emissions Reduction Program, an exhibit area for green technology, sessions on emerging technology and a forum to generate future initiatives.

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