School BUSRide spoke with Keith Kaup, Melody Coniglio, Teena Mitchell, and Rosalyn Vann-Jackson about the NAPT outlook in 2026, the increasingly important role of technology, NAPT ACTS 2026, and more. As we begin 2026, how would you describe NAPT’s overarching vision for the association and for the school bus industry as a whole? Keith Kaup: […]
On December 18th, President Trump signed an executive order directing the Attorney General to expedite reclassification of Marijuana from a Schedule I substance to a Schedule III substance. This action was taken on the recommendation of the Department of Health and Human Services. Schedule I substances include heroin, LSD, Ecstasy and other serious drugs. […]
Important Advisory: FMCSA CDL Training Audits By Peter Mannella The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has launched a nationwide effort to ensure that individuals obtaining Commercial Drivers Licenses are properly trained in accordance with federal law and regulations. In recent months, FMCSA has identified numerous training entities and programs that are not meeting […]
By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE Years ago, the movie Clueless became a sensation, featuring a very appealing cast and a charming storyline. For a couple of hours, we were all whisked away to the high school scene in Beverly Hills! While Clueless serves as a fitting title for a movie and aptly describes […]
NAPT is pleased to announce the results of its recent Special Elections for Region 3 and Region 6, held January 13–14. These elections were conducted following the approval of the 2025 bylaw amendments and leadership advancements within the association. Region 3: Heather Free Elected Regional Director NAPT members in Region 3 elected Heather Free as […]
Welcome to our January edition of School BUSRide! We are grateful that you are a subscriber and that you are taking the time to read our publication! Each time I write “2026,” I pause for a moment. How did we reach 2026 so quickly? It feels like the new millennium was just yesterday. The old […]
As part of the upcoming NAPT Special Election scheduled for January 13–14, 2026, members in Region 3 are invited to review the candidate profiles ahead of voting. This special election is being held to fill the Region 3 Regional Director seat following Melody Coniglio’s election as President-Elect. Three dedicated transportation leaders have stepped forward […]
Presented by Zūm Being able to plan trips easily and efficiently benefits drivers and school and district administrators — and paves the way for a smooth, reliable ride. Modern, tech-enabled trip management software and tools can ease every step, but only when they provide role-based features and capabilities to address each user’s unique needs […]
NAPT Endorses “Brake for Kids” Act By Peter Mannella What’s the News NAPT recently endorsed federal legislation that would require the US Department of Transportation to carry out a ‘national public safety messaging campaign relating to the dangers of illegal passing of stopped school buses.’ The legislation has been introduced by Senator Todd Young […]
O2 Cool Manufacturing has emerged as a player in the school bus space by applying decades of bus HVAC experience, vertically integrated engineering, and flexible installation models to meet the diverse needs of pupil transportation providers. O2 Cool’s roots in the school bus HVAC market are deeply tied to industry legacy. The company is […]