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ArticlesAugust 3, 2020

Program Simplifies Tech Training for New Dispatchers

A Washington state district dispatcher shares a process he devised to more easily get trainees up to speed on key technological tools such as Google G Suite, routing and tracking software, and mobile texting.

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ArticlesMay 4, 2020

Assessment Tool Helps Hire Top-Notch Dispatchers

Designed to determine a candidate’s knowledge of technology that is increasingly being used in dispatching, the tool includes tests on familiarity with web-based and software programs, typing and proofreading, and using office equipment for basic, everyday tasks.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson April 1, 2020

Operators Tap Into Software for Fleet Data, Staff Management

Packed schedules and ever-changing driver and vehicle availability can be a challenge for some pupil transportation departments. Software systems to manage daily routing, field trips, and driver time and attendance can help.

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Videosby StaffNovember 27, 2019

Watch Utah Students Demonstrate School Bus Field Trip Safety

Foothills Elementary School students demonstrate proper boarding and riding procedures for staying safe on the school bus while on a field trip.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJuly 13, 2018

Students Injured When Pickup Truck Strikes School Bus

The Colorado State Patrol says the truck driver fell asleep and drifted into the opposing lane and hit the bus, which rolled.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonMarch 12, 2018

School Bus Catches Fire on California Freeway

The students and adults, returning from a field trip, evacuated and were not injured. The bus was equipped with lap-shoulder belts.

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School Bus Fleet BlogOctober 13, 2017

Why We Equipped a School Bus With Motorcoach Amenities

Jericho (N.Y.) School District's director of transportation explains how a school bus with upgraded features has fit the bill for safe and economical activity trips.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2017

Durham Expands School Bus Service in Southern California

Starting in August, the contractor will provide 18 buses to transport Palisades Charter High School students.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJune 7, 2017

California School Transportation Veteran Jill Gayaldo to Retire

Gayaldo, who worked her way up from secretary to director, will step down from her role at Elk Grove USD after more than 30 years in pupil transportation.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonMarch 2, 2017

6 Students Injured as Steam, Coolant Spray Into School Bus

A South Carolina school district says that a coolant supply hose ruptured, causing a hot mixture to release inside the 1999 model year bus.

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