As more schools return to full in-person instruction, shortages may be exacerbated. Close relationships with neighboring districts, advance planning, and using routing software and combining stops by increasing walking distance can help.
School bus evacuation drills, a drive-by parade, and special bus driver shout-outs marked NAPT’s National School Bus Safety Week.
The school bus manufacturer’s Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley electric bus is the inaugural winner of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce's “Coolest Thing Made in N.C.” competition.
The three-year program for Mount Airy City Schools will provide new technology and services for the district’s buses, including onboard cameras, GPS, and student ridership tracking.
Requiring students to wear masks, conducting temperature checks, and thorough cleaning of buses are some of the safety protocols Brunswick County Schools has in place for riding the big yellow bus.
The new aftermarket distribution center, located in High Point, N.C., will provide rebond seat cushioning for the school bus and golf cart markets.
Whether plans are on the horizon or buses are on the road, four districts detail their procedures for issues such as routing, social distancing, enforcing mask wearing, and cleaning schedules.
Training and continuing education presented by those who are experts in their field can expand our knowledge. But don’t discount what you might learn from the person sitting right next to you.
The school transportation industry continues to show its resilience and dedication to students, from providing daily meal delivery service to deploying the big yellow bus as a technology tool in some communities.
School bus drivers and other transportation staff members across the U.S. were honored with special meals, cards, and prizes. In addition, longtime pupil transporters received recognition at events.