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Newsby Sadiah Thompson October 16, 2019

Ohio School Bus Driver Credited for Saving Student From Passing Car

The bus driver alerts the fifth grade student to get back on the bus when a vehicle drives on the sidewalk past the stopped bus, plowing across several lawns.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserOctober 15, 2019

NASDPTS Kicks Off Annual Conference in D.C.

Electric buses, onboard technology, seat belts, and illegal passing were key points of discussion on the first full day.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Sadiah Thompson October 10, 2019

School Bus Safety Ramps Up Amid Increased Stop-Arm Running Incidents

Stop-arm cameras, partnerships with law enforcement for increased traffic patrol, and public safety campaigns are just some of the measures school districts are taking to ensure the yellow bus is the safest mode of transportation for students. Lawmakers are also introducing several federal and state safety bills.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson October 3, 2019

Student Hit By Pickup Truck While Waiting At School Bus Stop

The Maine student is preparing to get on the bus when he is struck by the vehicle. Police say the bus's flashing lights were not activated at the time of the incident.

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Photo Galleriesby Sadiah Thompson October 1, 2019

PHOTOS: Back to School 2019

From Arizona to Texas to New York, school bus drivers and students alike receive a warm welcome as they embark on a new school year.

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School Bus Fleet BlogSeptember 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.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserSeptember 18, 2019

Ohio, Florida Bills Would Stiffen Stop-Arm Running Penalties

Lawmakers in the two states propose doubling fines and driver’s license suspension time periods on motorists who illegally pass school buses. An Ohio senator is also calling for stop-arm camera funding.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson September 16, 2019

Driver Honored for Saving Student From Truck Passing Her School Bus

Becky Schaffer receives Citrus County (Fla.) School District's "Making a Difference Award" after helping prevent a student from being hit by a truck that illegally passed her bus in April.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 13, 2019

Iowa Approves School Bus Crossing Light System

Iowa is the 23rd state to allow the Gardian Angel safety lighting system as optional equipment.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserAugust 29, 2019

Kansas Launches School Bus Safety Campaign

The state Department of Education’s “Stop on Red, Kids Ahead” includes social media reminders, posters, and safety flyers, as well as bumper stickers donated by Collins Bus Corp.

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