By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE Last month, my leadership article focused on strategy within the transportation sector. This month, I’m excited to introduce the concept of execution. Execution? That word can carry a negative connotation, often evoking thoughts of dire situations! However, the execution I’m referring to involves implementing our plans […]
Welcome to the October issue of School BUSRide! This month our magazine shares information about ACTS25 along with excellent articles and commentary! We hope you will take the time to enjoy the issue and use it to prepare for Grand Rapids! Schools across the country are officially underway now! The 2025-2026 school year is off […]
By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE As we kick off the 2025-26 school year, everyone is in full swing! We are focused on numerous details, including meetings, emails, onboarding new employees, and ensuring the retention of our drivers and teams. Oh, and let’s not forget about routings, schedules, regulatory compliance, and effective communication! The […]
Traditionally in the United States, most public schools began the first week or September following the Labor Day holiday. However, like many customs, this practice has faced challenges, resulting in schools across the nation starting anywhere from early August to mid-September. The variation in opening schedules reflects the unique needs of local districts and communities, […]
Welcome to another fantastic edition of School BUSRide! As we embrace the fall season, our work year is in full momentum. The summer days have concluded for many of our districts, with some transitioning in the coming weeks. Regardless of where you find yourself in this late summer, early fall period, I am confident that […]
We are doing more with less. Right now, you may find yourself deeply immersed in the complexities of leadership. With a shortage of drivers, routing difficulties, budget limitations, and district issues, you might be questioning your life and career decisions. Striving to achieve, adapting to the new realities of AI and political dynamics, and facing […]
The summer months always go by so quickly and often during these times, I feel a sense of FOMO for not being able to work within a school district. The moments leading up to the start of school are filled with strategizing and preparations for that all-important first day – there’s something special about new […]
By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE During my time as a teacher, I came across a cartoon in an educational magazine featuring a school principal in their office. The illustration portrayed the principal as a man, dressed in a short-sleeved shirt and tie, casually sipping coffee with his feet propped up on the desk, appearing […]
Welcome to our newest edition of School BUSRide! We are so glad that you are a subscriber and a NAPT VIP! This issue is packed with great articles and important information. As summer approaches, we recognize that your work never takes a break! The conclusion of the school year brings a flurry of field trips […]
As I write this letter, I reflect on the unique rhythm of working within a school district. On one side, we’re focused on wrapping up the current school year, organizing summer school programs, planning end-of-year field trips, and addressing the usual transportation requirements. On the other side, we’re racing to develop budgets, assess staffing needs, […]