The association’s executive director is stepping down after serving in the role for seven years. His career in pupil transportation spans nearly four decades.
John Eisenberg, executive director of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education, highlights ways in which pupil transportation leaders and special educators can team up to meet student needs.
Under the agency's Highway Safety Program Section 402, each state receives grant funding for projects related to their annual highway safety plan, which could include school bus safety projects.
The agency bolsters return-to-duty and removes exemption requirements for drivers with diabetes and some types of vision impairment. Meanwhile, it introduces a medication information form and clarifies sleep apnea testing requirements.
Jason Wilcox, a representative from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Legacy Fleet Incentives and Assessment Center, details several changes to the program, including caps on rebate amounts.
Agency representatives detail efforts to enhance information sharing with new subcommittees and outline resources for pupil transporters.
Activities of note included a briefing with law enforcement, distributing illuminated wristbands, and events recognizing bus drivers and monitors.
Artwork from Bryan Torres-Tavarez, a 12th grader at Stars Academy in Paterson, N.J., was chosen to promote the “Red Means STOP!” theme.
Three national associations highlight school bus safety benefits and COVID-19 precautions taken by pupil transporters.
The federal agency responds to an inquiry from the Illinois Department of Transportation, stating that some barriers may be allowed, subject to certain FMVSS regulations.