Anti-vandalism methods save $70 per window, deter damage to seats

Whittier school bus operation has implemented programs to deter vandalism to bus windows and seats....

Blue Bird reports favorable fuel economy performance

OEM says that third-party testing of its Vision school bus with an ’07 Cummins ISB engine shows it could save over $1,000 per year in fuel costs.

Antique Bus Restoration

NSTA Conference Scrapbook - 2009

NAPT News & Views — ARRA offers path to funding special-needs bus purchases

Did you know the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) offers an opportunity for school districts to purchase school buses for the benefit of students with disabilities and/or students who receive special-education services under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, Part B)?

Q&A: NASDPTS President Charlie Hood on Funding Challenges, Work With Feds

State directors are battling budget shortfalls, but NASDPTS President Charlie Hood says that they remain optimistic. The association’s work with federal agencies and other industry groups targets the betterment of school transportation.

Q&A: Linda Bluth Takes the Reins of NAPT

At the Louisville conference, Linda Bluth assumed the presidency of the association. Her goals to collaborate with nontraditional stakeholders in the industry and to bring new perspective to the group’s leadership are already underway.

Outstanding efforts on display at NAPT awards ceremonies

Georgia school bus driver Dreana Trent is honored for saving the life of a student who had stopped breathing. Oklahoma state director Randy McLerran is awarded for his dedication to enhancing special-needs transportation.

David Pace named Administrator of the Year

SBF presents the 36th award to Virginia’s David Pace, a veteran transportation director who has served as a mentor for many new people entering the field.

NSTA Conference Scrapbook - 2008