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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2017

19 First Student Locations Earn ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

To receive ASE's Blue Seal of Excellence, 75% of the service technicians at a location must be certified by ASE. In addition, there must be a certified technician in each area of service offered.  

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Newsby StaffJune 8, 2017

First Student Parent Signs 5-Year Tire Deal With Bridgestone

The $110 million contract will see Bridgestone supplying tires to more than 60,000 of FirstGroup’s buses and coaches in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.

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Newsby StaffMarch 29, 2017

First Student Driver Honored by Alaska Head Start

The Alaska Head Start Association names Jasmine Dirkes its 2016 Bus Driver of the Year for her commitment to the Head Start program. She also serves as operations supervisor.

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Videosby StaffMarch 6, 2017

Recruiting School Bus Drivers in Kansas [Watch]

In this spot from Wichita Public Schools, a First Student training manager explains what it takes to become a school bus driver as the local operation looks to bring new recruits on board.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2017

First Student Michigan Fleet Earns Perfect Inspection Score

For the fifth straight year, the school bus contractor’s Adrian location achieves a 100% pass rate on its inspection by Michigan State Police.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 21, 2017

California Student Named Latest First Student Art Contest Winner

The latest winning entry comes from second grader Ruby Boula of Temescal Valley Elementary School. The bus company awards her school $1,000 for classroom supplies.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 30, 2017

11 First Student Locations Earn ASE Blue Seal of Excellence

To become Blue Seal certified, at least 75% of technicians performing diagnosis and repairs at the location must be ASE certified.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 12, 2017

First Student Offers 12 Winter Driving Safety Tips

With arctic temperatures gripping much of the country and the long-term forecast calling for ice and snow, First Student is sharing winter safety tips for parents, students, and drivers. 

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2016

Kansas Student Named Latest First Student Art Contest Winner

The latest winning entry comes from fourth grader Ruth Brooks of Olathe Public Schools. The bus company awards her school $1,000 to put toward classroom supplies.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserDecember 21, 2016

First Student Shares School Bus Twist on Christmas Poem

The school bus company shares “’Twas the Night Before Break,” which was written by a staff member, with all of its school district partners, which totals around 1,200 contracts.

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