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From Spanish to Mandarin, delve into the universal role these unsung heroes known as "school bus drivers" play in ensuring children's safety and well-being on their daily journey to and from school.
Read More →Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, discusses the possible reclassification of marijuana, proposed changes to EV school bus safety standards, the EPA's Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grant program, and PERC's new hire. Plus, an interview with Vinny Riscica, senior project manager for clean transportation at NYSERDA! This episode is sponsored by Thomas Built Buses, a leader in pupil transportation.
Read More →Children's Mental Health Awareness Day underscores the significance of school bus drivers in fostering supportive environments during students' journeys. SAMHSA's initiatives, including stigma reduction and access to resources, complement the Biden-Harris administration's funding efforts to enhance youth mental health services and workforce development.
Read More →In June, Kansas holds its annual conference and driving competition, while NSTA goes to Texas for the latest School Bus Driver International Safety Competition.
Read More →Hermanio Joseph, 36, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and vehicular homicide in the accident that killed 11-year-old Aiden Clark. He's expected to be sentenced on May 21.
Read More →CalAmp's Dispatch Monitor enhances school bus fleet management with real-time route coverage and driver efficiency tracking, prioritizing student safety.
Read More →Some administrative hurdles remain, but the shift could result in marijuana's acceptance as a Schedule III drug under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act and might bring changes to federal drug-testing laws.
Read More →The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes FMVSS No. 305a, upgrading electric vehicle safety regulations, including heavy vehicles like school buses. Comments accepted until June 14.
Read More →With Transportant systems already operational in more than 2,000 school buses across 14 states and 78 schools, RWC Group will facilitate the installation of the technology into new or existing buses.
Read More →Gunther Hochapfel boasts more than 18 years of safety tech expertise that he’s expected to leverage in his new role.
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