School Bus Driver Accused of Letting Students Drive Bus

Joandrea McAtee of Indiana is apparently seen on video letting a student drive her bus, and parents tell the school district she let students take turns driving. She is fired and arrested for felony neglect.

Calif. district increases bus fees

Temecula Valley Unified School District raises the cost of its annual bus passes from $520 to $550 per student. According to a district official, the change was made because the state severely underfunds Temecula's transportation due to a technicality of the stipulations under which the district was incorporated.

The impact of bus washing

A consistent wash system can have a positive impact on image, driver satisfaction, extended equipment life and environmental considerations.

Watch Florida District Spotlight Transportation Staff

In honor of Love the Bus month, Polk County Public Schools shows appreciation for its transportation staff by highlighting the daily joys and challenges of their jobs.

Q&A: Rising Fuel, Bus Prices are Key Challenges

International's Michael Cancelliere says school bus operators need to examine idling practices and routing efficiency to minimize the impact of high fuel prices. Meanwhile, he predicts a 5 to 8 percent increase in volume of bus sales this year.

PHOTOS: School bus oddities

Teen halts runaway bus

NEWARK VALLEY, N.Y. — A high school student helped to bring a runaway school bus to a safe stop after the driver suffered a heart attack.  

Looking for Normal

Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, previews the upcoming Contractors Issue, including Contractor of the Year Jacob Iverson of Harlow's Bus Service and the Top Contractor Fleets

School bus paint jobs

It depends on the type, size and condition of the bus. The paint shop’s schedule and materials needed are also factors. If the bus is prepped and read...