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Newsby Sadiah Thompson August 22, 2019

New York City Partners With Ridesharing Company for School Bus GPS, Tracking App

The city’s Department of Education teams up with Via to launch a new school bus routing, tracking, and communication platform, in addition to installing GPS systems on all of its school buses.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2019

Education Firm Examines School Transportation Challenges, Opportunities

New research from Bellwether Education Partners analyzes challenges that districts and contractors face and pinpoints opportunities for improving service and cutting costs.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson May 14, 2019

Electric School Buses Power Up Savings, Efficiency

As electric buses become a more feasible option for pupil transporters, operators in the U.S. and Canada are noting various benefits, including charging efficiency, fuel savings, and the need for consistent maintenance training.

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Articlesby StaffApril 22, 2019

Used School Bus Shopping Made Easy in 11 Steps

Proper research, planning, budgeting, and assistance from a reputable dealer with full-service capabilities and deep industry knowledge can make buying used school buses hassle free.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson March 5, 2019

Embracing Best Practices for Propane Maintenance

A growing demand for propane buses in recent years has sparked an influx of training programs for maintenance technicians. Here, industry experts share top tips and best practices for maintaining propane school buses.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserAugust 1, 2018

Rhode Island Rejects District’s Requests to Cut Bus Aides, Charge for Rides

The state Department of Education denies requests from Warwick Public Schools to eliminate bus monitors and to charge students to ride school buses and participate in school sports.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 13, 2017

Atlanta Boosts Efficiency, Service With School Bus Fleet Department Overhaul

Atlanta Public Schools recruited new technicians and fleet managers with a variety of mechanical backgrounds, which has fostered better group problem solving.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJuly 25, 2017

Boston District to Cut School Bus Routes, Lay Off Drivers

Boston Public Schools plans to consolidate numerous school bus routes this fall, which will result in the layoff of dozens of drivers. The move is expected to save the district up to $5 million.

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Newsby StaffJune 1, 2017

Louisiana School System Sees Budget Cuts, Reduces Bus Routes

The Lafayette Parish School System plans to eliminate 23 routes after the school board votes to cut $1.75 million from the transportation budget.

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Newsby StaffMay 2, 2017

Electric School Bus Approved for Voucher in California

GreenPower Motor Co.’s Synapse 72 is approved by the California Air Resources Board for the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project for up to $110,000 for each one sold in the state.

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