
School-Radio can reach virtually anywhere service is needed, utilizing cellular infrastructure. It comes at a fixed budget point, which includes the device, service and maintenance cost.
School-Radio can reach virtually anywhere service is needed, utilizing cellular infrastructure. It comes at a fixed budget point, which includes the device, service and maintenance cost.
Contending with COVID-spurred challenges such as conflicting and constantly changing policies that upend schedules can amplify stress. Measures such as clearly defining responsibilities, establishing a central communication hub, and regular meetings can help staff members adjust.
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.
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.
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.
Salem-Keizer Public Schools boosts wages for drivers from $15.82 per hour to $17.47 per hour. Overall, increases range from an extra $1.65 per hour to $3.89 more per hour, depending on the position.
Transportation staff from Elk Grove Unified School District give tips for successful driver-dispatch communication during the California Association of School Transportation Officials’ recent annual conference.
Building relationships for special-needs transportation and effective radio communication were a couple of the key topics covered during the California Association of School Transportation Officials' annual conference in Sacramento.
Proper etiquette is critical to seamless operation between dispatchers and drivers. Tips on training and messaging include using equipment properly, creating clear emergency protocols, and keeping messages brief.
The analytics software supplier's transportation management platform offers scheduling, dispatch, time clock, and attendance modules.
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