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Newsby Amanda HuggettDecember 15, 2025

Recognize Excellence: Nominations Open for 2026 Administrator of the Year

It's time to nominate the transportation directors who exemplify excellence in district or state-level school bus operations!

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettApril 15, 2025

Leadership Lessons with SBF’s Award Winners [VIDEO]

Get to know the inspiring stories of 12 young leaders in student transportation in this episode of The Route! Plus, hear stories and takeaways from SBF’s 2025 Administrator of the Year, Kimberly Jones. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettMarch 17, 2025

2025 Administrator of the Year: Kimberly Jones’ Servant Leadership in Action in Chicago

With major successes addressing the driver shortage and serving disadvantaged students, Kimberly Jones takes a holistic, student-centered approach to student transportation in the Windy City — one that is focused on trust, communication, and equity. Learn more about this year’s School Bus Fleet Administrator of the Year here.

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2025 Administrator of the Year nominate by Jan. 31, 2025
Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2024

Nominations Open for 2025 Administrator of the Year

Who deserves recognition for their leadership and innovation in pupil transportation at the state or local level? Let us know by nominating them for the 2025 award! Hurry, nominations close January 31.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2024

Now Online: April/May Digital School Bus Fleet!

The fourth issue of 2024 features Liz Thies of Mohave Valley Elementary School District in Arizona, our School Bus Fleet Administrator of the Year. Plus, meet four women helping change the world of pupil transportation!

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Articlesby Wes PlattApril 8, 2024

SBF Administrator of the Year: Transformative Leadership in Arizona School Transportation

Liz Thies spearheads modernization efforts as the transportation director for Mohave Valley Elementary School District. Her proactive approach, including securing grants for electric buses and implementing advanced technology, has revolutionized local student transportation. Thies fosters a positive work environment, boosting morale and setting a standard for districts nationwide.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 22, 2024

School Bus Fleet Seeks Your Nominations for Administrator of the Year

Who deserves recognition for their leadership in pupil transportation at the state or local level? Let us know!

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Articlesby Wes PlattDecember 25, 2023

5 Explorations of Innovation from School Bus Fleet

These stories highlight the evolution of school transportation, from the vehicles that carry our children to the next generation of industry leaders blazing new trails.

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VideosApril 20, 2023

EV Acceleration and Administrator of the Year [VIDEO]

Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, recaps top news from the website and hears from Karim Johnson, transportation director for Bethlehem Central School District in New York, our administrator of the year of 2023.

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Articlesby Wes PlattMarch 30, 2023

SBF Administrator of the Year: Turning to Technology in Challenging Times

School Bus Fleet’s Administrator of the Year for 2023 is a longtime devotee of the “Cheese Bus” who has kept electronic evolution and cleaner vehicles front of mind for his New York school district.

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