School bus aide accused of stealing money from special-needs students

Candice Milford of New Jersey was charged with theft after allegedly stealing money that was intended for class trips from five students between the ages of 6 and 9.

Nebraska district to cut back school bus service

Omaha Public Schools is trying to simplify its busing system and cut costs by reducing the number of schools that students can apply to and still be eligible to ride the bus. The district’s transportation costs are high compared with other urban Midwestern districts.

New Jersey’s School Bus Child-Check Campaign

School transportation and child safety officials discuss a sticker program and other efforts to keep children from being left on school buses.

Former transportation supervisor pleads guilty in school bus service scam

Anna Sollozzo, who worked for the Yonkers (N.Y.) Board of Education, pleaded guilty to second degree grand larceny and third degree criminal tax fraud charges for her role in billing the board for non-existent bus service for nearly two years.

Tennessee district taps new supervisor of transportation

Joshua Hinerman is Robertson County Schools’ new supervisor of transportation. He plans to use his school transportation and human resources experience to help the transportation department shine, he says.

PHOTOS: Pupil transportation shows off its holiday spirit

STA school bus driver to be featured on ‘Today’ show

Catherine Brutzman's commitment to work, family and community service will be highlighted on the show's “Pay It Forward” series on Friday.

Student recognized for saving school bus driver’s life

After a driver became unresponsive, Courtney Garcia, an eighth-grade student in Texas, was able to use the two-way radio with no training and reach district transportation officials, who sent help. Garcia was given a certificate of recognition for her quick actions.

First Student launches new website

Featuring a responsive design, the website provides information to school districts about the benefits of contracting student transportation services and includes safety tips for parents.

PHOTOS: Pupil transportation in pictures — summer/fall 2015