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Newsby StaffNovember 15, 2016

Virginia School Bus Overturns

The bus, which was the only vehicle involved in the accident, hit a wall separating lanes of traffic as it was driving onto an interstate on-ramp. The bus driver told investigators she was blinded by the sunlight.

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ArticlesNovember 10, 2016

6 Ways to Address New Overtime Rules

Update: On Nov. 22, a federal judge granted a nationwide preliminary injunction against the Department of Labor’s new overtime rule, which means that it will not go into effect on Dec. 1 as scheduled, and as discussed in this article.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserNovember 7, 2016

NAPT Summit's Interactive Security Training Teaches Prevention, Preparedness

Group and panel discussions as well as live enactments performed by local law enforcement using school buses at the NAPT Summit help attendees prepare for violent incidents.

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ArticlesNovember 3, 2016

Collaborative Shares Data, Saves Money

The Ohio Shared Services Collaborative received a $1.76 million Straight A grant from the Ohio Department of Education to help school districts save money through shared services and bus rerouting.

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Newsby StaffOctober 26, 2016

Transportation Manager Uses CPR Training to Save School Bus Driver’s Life

Terriel Price of Houston Independent School District uses her CPR, first aid, and cardiopulmonary training, provided by the district’s transportation department, after driver Liliam Lemus falls ill.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 29, 2016

EPA Offers Another $7M in School Bus Rebates

Rebates for purchasing new school buses to replace older models range from $15,000 to $25,000 per bus.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2016

Creative Bus Sales Acquires National Bus Sales & Leasing

Note: An earlier version of this story, based on a press release, did not specify that the company acquired by Creative Bus Sales is National Bus Sales & Leasing. The separate and unrelated company National Bus Sales was not acquired. We regret any confusion this caused.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserSeptember 12, 2016

School Bus Driver Killed, 15 Students Injured in Crash at Airport

Kari Chopper is preparing to leave the Denver International Airport when she apparently makes a wrong turn, crashes into a pillar, and is killed. Fifteen students and three coaches are injured in the crash.  

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ArticlesAugust 24, 2016

6 Tips for Stepping Up Driver Recruitment

With a heightened shortage of bus drivers, Salem-Keizer Public Schools overhauls its approach to recruitment. Collaborating with other district departments, developing an attractive brand, and streamlining the hiring process are key steps.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2016

NTSB to Hold Back-to-School Safety Event

The event will feature demonstrations on school bus safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and child safety seats to help families prepare for the new school year.

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