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Graphic promoting “Building a Mentorship Program” with two women shaking hands across a desk, highlighting tips and common mentorship mistakes in school transportation.
Digital Cover FeaturesJune 1, 2026

Building Leaders Who Last: Creating a Successful Mentorship Program in Student Transportation

Discover five strategies for building an effective mentorship program to strengthen leadership development and support staff retention.

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Articlesby Elora HaynesMay 18, 2026

Why Student Transportation Felt Familiar to This Former Navy Aviator

See how Martin Staples applies decades of mission-focused leadership and operational experience to helping school districts keep students safe in this National Military Appreciation Month profile.

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A red, white, and blue graphic with pictures of Thomas Gray and text reading "Honoring U.S. Veterans: Thomas Gray's Story."
Articlesby Elora HaynesMay 4, 2026

What Happens When Battle-Tested Leadership Meets Student Transportation?

See how Thomas Gray brings Marine Corps discipline and logistics expertise to Dayton Public Schools in this article celebrating National Military Appreciation Month.

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettApril 15, 2026

Passion, Purpose, and Positivity: Lessons from an Award-Winning Transportation Leader

From bus driver to SBF’s Administrator of the Year, Oregon’s Kathy Calkins shares how positivity, relationships, and hands-on leadership transforms teams. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.

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Kathy Calkins stands in a parking lot with school buses behind her and the admin of the year award logo next to her
ArticlesCover Storyby Amanda HuggettMarch 30, 2026

2026 Administrator of the Year: Kathy Calkins’ Transformational Leadership in Oregon

Three decades after almost walking away from the school bus, studying behavior changed everything for Kathy Calkins. Now, she oversees 181 buses and leads the 225-person team at North Clackamas with intent and purpose.

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How School Bus Operators Can Grow Internal Talent

Learn from school transportation leaders on how to develop bus drivers, monitors, and mechanics into future leaders through coaching and culture.

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Newsby Elora HaynesFebruary 4, 2026

Changing Lanes: EverDriven, ADROIT, DeVivo Companies, School Bus Logistics, Zum, & Dorman

Check out some of the latest personnel moves from across the school bus industry, including new leadership appointments, various promotions, and major restructuring.

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ArticlesFebruary 3, 2026

Why Representation Matters in Transportation Leadership

In honor of Black History Month, a firsthand look at how diverse leadership in school transportation builds trust and drives stronger systems.

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Videosby Amanda HuggettDecember 19, 2025

Top Tips for New Student Transportation Directors [Video]

Stepping into a transportation leadership role? Both new and veteran directors share practical advice here to help new leaders succeed from day one.

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ArticlesFebruary 17, 2025

The Role of Accountability in Retaining School Bus Drivers

Disengagement is a sure path to driver vacancies, but a lack of accountability leads to an even bigger problem. Here are eight practical steps to strengthen accountability for both yourself and your team.

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