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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 10, 2018

Los Angeles School Bus Drivers, Support Staff Cancel Strike Plans

A one-day work stoppage is called off after the union and school district take steps to resolve labor practice issues and reach an agreement on wage increases.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonMay 10, 2018

Southeastern States Pupil Transportation Conference Heads to Florida This Summer

The event will offer workshops on such topics as McKinney-Vento homeless transportation, safety and security, and recruitment and retention.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonApril 19, 2018

Operators, Suppliers Share Solutions at School Bus eXchange

School bus driver shortage, alternative fuels, and student behavior are key topics of discussion at the 2018 edition of the event.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2018

Faced With Shortage, Texas District May Allow Teachers to Drive School Buses

Since the school bus agency that served it is shutting down, Dallas Independent School District considers hiring teachers to help it meet its goal of hiring 400 more drivers amidst a shortage.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonFebruary 23, 2018

Bill Targets Testing Delays for CDL Applicants

The legislation in Congress aims to reduce wait times for driver applicants to take a CDL skills test.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 1, 2018

School Bus Driver Qualification Issues Found in Pennsylvania Audit

The auditor general discovers 10 drivers in the state who should have been banned from transporting students because of criminal convictions.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 9, 2018

Alabama District Offering Bonuses to Attract School Bus Drivers

New drivers for Tuscaloosa City Schools will receive a $1,000 signing bonus. The district is also offering bonuses for good attendance and a clean driving record.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserNovember 7, 2017

Driver Shortage Statistics, Recruitment Solutions Shared at NAPT Conference

Survey results show driver shortage is still a top concern. Attendees discuss successful recruiting ideas and learn more about effective interviewing tactics.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonOctober 3, 2017

Yard Signs Help Iowa District Recruit School Bus Drivers

Dubuque Community Schools orders 100 “drivers wanted” signs and posts them at schools and around town.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonOctober 2, 2017

NAPT Launches New Survey on School Bus Driver Shortage

Following a survey conducted last year, the association is again gauging the severity of driver shortage for school bus operations.

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