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School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonAugust 19, 2015

Separating boys and girls on the school bus

In Atlanta, some older boys and girls have been separated on the school bus to improve behavior. District officials tell me that their drivers are given autonomy to decide how to seat their passengers. ...

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2015

New edition of special-needs transportation manual available

The fifth edition of NAPT’s Transporting Children with Disabilities, authored by Dr. Linda Bluth, provides new and updated information.

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ArticlesJuly 29, 2015

6 Tips for a Smooth School Start

Planning and practice can prevent transportation troubles on the first day of school. Bus prep, dry runs and parent contact are some of the key steps for a successful start.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJuly 28, 2015

Georgia district’s school bus drivers to conduct practice run

Atlanta Public Schools officials say that the practice will help drivers become familiar with their routes and will improve accuracy of timing during current traffic patterns.

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Newsby StaffJuly 20, 2015

Winners named in School Bus Driver Int'l Safety Competition

Two drivers from a West Virginia district take the top spots in the conventional and small bus categories, while a California contestant comes in first in the transit category.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJuly 17, 2015

Southeastern conference covers driver training, emergency response

The event drew more than 130 delegates from 10 states to Arlington, Texas, where they held educational sessions in a convention center flanked by roller coasters and sports stadiums.

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School Bus Fleet BlogJuly 8, 2015

6 ways to get students on board with school bus safety

The best way to keep students alert and safe on school bus rides is to encourage active participation in bus safety. Here are tips to better engage children and prevent injuries.

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Newsby StaffJuly 6, 2015

School bus duo wins state special-needs competition

Lori Partee and Sandy James, both special-needs bus drivers for Henry County (Ga.) Schools, advance to next year’s National Special Needs Team Safety Roadeo.

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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2015

Colorado school bus drivers, technicians advance to nationals

Drivers and maintenance staff test their skills in the Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association’s school bus roadeo and technician safety contests.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2015

Pennsylvania to hold school bus safety competition

More than 90 school bus drivers from across the state will compete in the 39th edition of the event.

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