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Photo Galleriesby StaffNovember 24, 2023

PHOTOS: NASDPTS 2023 Conference in Pictures

From Nov. 4-7, the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS) gathered in Pentagon City for networking and informative sessions about the school bus industry, association updates, and federal agency activities. The next annual meeting is scheduled for Nov. 16-19, 2024.

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Newsby Wes PlattNovember 7, 2023

NASDPTS 2023: Fatalities Decrease Year Over Year in Latest Loading/Unloading Survey

Three students died during the most recent survey period, two by other vehicles illegally passing a stopped school bus and one by the bus itself.

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Newsby Wes PlattNovember 6, 2023

NASDPTS 2023: State Transportation Leaders Urge Measured Approach on Electrification

The cleaner school bus technology has its appeal, helped by federal funding opportunities. But transportation directors recommend caution in the conversion.

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Newsby Wes PlattNovember 5, 2023

NASDPTS 2023: School Transportation Industry Facing Change While Rebounding

National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services annual conference attendees heard about what's happening in the school bus manufacturing industry from representatives of Blue Bird, IC Bus, and Thomas Built Buses.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 1, 2023

NASDPTS Unveils New Logo

The National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services gives its front-facing logo a major makeover.

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NewsDecember 3, 2022

NASDPTS Finds Familiar Face for Administrative Role

The National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services selected Tammy Mortier, who is also executive director for the New York School Bus Contractors Association, to succeed Jennifer Bruce as administrative and membership services director.

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Photo GalleriesNovember 4, 2022

PHOTOS: NASDPTS Conference 2022 in Pictures

For the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS) held an in-person conference in Pentagon City, Va., in late October. These images capture just some of the experience. Check out the rest of our coverage on schoolbusfleet.com.

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Newsby Christy GrimesNovember 1, 2022

NASDPTS Conference: What Does Marijuana Have to Do with Pupil Transportation?

A lot, a student transportation industry expert explained. Most Americans have access to marijuana, and decriminalization of the drug is on several November ballots, making it relevant now more than ever.

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Newsby Christy GrimesOctober 31, 2022

NASDPTS Conference: Modernized CDL Test Option Now Available

The new Commercial Driver's License test, based on a joint effort between the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA), reflects evolving vehicle technologies and components.

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Newsby Christy GrimesOctober 30, 2022

NASDPTS Conference: Buses - Not Cars - More Common in Pupil Transportation Deaths

Over the last 50+ years, nearly two-thirds of loading and unloading deaths have occurred during the morning run.

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