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, […]
By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE I am a leadership geek. Seriously! I love reading articles and books on leadership, watching Ted Talks or videos and listening to leadership experts and speakers. I find the subject fascinating and I am convinced that we can always learn something new. In this article, I want to […]
STATEMENT OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR PUPIL TRANSPORTATION: PRESIDENTIAL EXECUTIVE ORDER MANDATING THE CLOSURE OF THE U.S. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Our members have asked us what the closing of the U.S. Department of Education will mean for our members and our industry. The Trump Administration is committed to examining and ending bureaucratic excess in all areas […]
We are pleased to share with you our latest issue of School BUSRide! Our professional staff and publication team invest a great deal of time and effort in crafting meaningful and impactful articles with industry experts. Our goal is to keep you well-informed and current about our industry and profession. We trust that you will […]