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Articlesby Elora HaynesAugust 11, 2025

Inside Parent Routing Apps: How Digital Tools Are Transforming School Transportation

From real-time tracking to instant alerts, technology is reshaping how districts communicate bus routes and changes with parents. Yet, as districts and vendors reveal, successful transportation hinges not just on apps, but also on the people and partnerships behind the screens.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 25, 2025

National School Transportation Association Presents 2025 Award Winners

Twenty individuals and private contractor organizations were recognized for excellence in student transportation at NSTA's annual meeting.

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Videosby Amanda HuggettJuly 24, 2025

Highlights from the 2025 NSTA Annual Meeting [VIDEO]

Take a quick peek inside the 2025 National School Transportation Association (NSTA) Annual Meeting in Boston! From networking and breakout sessions to vendor meetups and fun in one of America’s most historic cities, these video highlights showcase key moments from a memorable gathering of school bus contractors and industry leaders.

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Photo Galleriesby Amanda HuggettJuly 23, 2025

Highlights & Takeaways from the 2025 NSTA Annual Meeting [PHOTOS]

Once again, the National School Transportation Association's annual meeting and convention connected North American school bus contractors together to learn from and celebrate each other, this time in the historic city of Boston. These are the highlights.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2025

Rhode Island Enacts School Bus Camera Law to Boost Driver and Student Safety

The new law requires all RI state school buses to install outward-facing cameras to deter illegal passing and protect riders on board.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 30, 2025

NSTA Announces 2025 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Winners

The 51st edition of the driver skills competition returned to Austin, Texas, this June. Find out which of the 53 drivers took home top honors for their districts and contractor employers.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionMay 29, 2025

Annual NSTA Bus-In Produces Two Bill Introductions

Association members hit the Hill in force — 65 people, 153 meetings, two bills, and a shared mission to advance student transportation safety.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 7, 2025

Bart Marksohn Retires from WE Transport

A New York-based Contractor of the Year winner and NSTA Hall of Famer moves on from the family-owned business.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionApril 3, 2025

NSTA Alarmed by NHTSA Illegal Passing Study Results

Illegal school bus passing remains a dangerous issue. A national survey reveals the reasons, sparking renewed efforts for a public awareness campaign.

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettMarch 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Check-In with NSTA [VIDEO]

Break down recent news and important federal initiatives and legislation to protect student safety in this episode of The Route. SBF’s editor is joined by NSTA’s Curt Macysyn to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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