School BUSRide spoke with Keith Henry, CDPT. Henry is a retired school transportation director who now serves as the executive director of the Missouri Association for Pupil Transportation (MOAPT). He is a former NAPT president and a current member of the NAPT Foundation Board, and was elected to be the new NAPT Foundation president […]
Presented by IC Bus It’s official. You just received a mandate to go “all-electric” by 2034. Now what? The shift to battery electric vehicle (BEV) school buses has introduced a broad range of common operational challenges and opportunities. As school districts shift from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) buses to BEVs, several trends have emerged […]
Presented by Transfinder In Geary County Unified School District 475, Junction City, Kansas, the Transportation Department has made significant strides in optimizing bus routes with cutting-edge technology. Spearheading these changes is Kaye Fisher, the district’s Transportation Coordinator, whose passion for student welfare and operational efficiency has driven Geary County Unified School District 475’s successful upgrade […]
By Sonu Kansal In school districts nationwide, traditional bus routes form the backbone of student transportation. Yet, for students with specialized needs or those living in locations that are hard to reach, consistent access to transportation isn’t always feasible. This gap not only affects students’ attendance and engagement, but also strains district resources. EverDriven’s Alternative […]
Presented by Busology Tech In the dynamic world of school transportation, student safety and the efficiency of bus routes are more critical than ever. School districts across North America are under increasing pressure to optimize resources while ensuring student safety and timely arrivals. Route optimization is the key to achieving these goals, and at Busology […]
Presented by Pearl Iizuka of Iizuka Consulting and Delia E. Racines, Ph.D. of From Insight to Equity, the inaugural Executive Transportation Forum hosted a special four-hour session on professional coaching, designed to help executives coach their teams and understand the principles of positive and effective coaching. Participants received an in-depth session on the basics of […]
The Closing Session of the NAPT ACTS was a vibrant, interactive experience that celebrated the accomplishments of the conference and looked toward the future. Drum Café USA energized attendees with an interactive drumming performance, encouraging everyone to drum along, with custom NAPT drumsticks, to create a sense of unity and excitement. Participants were […]
The State Affiliate Luncheon provided an exclusive space for state affiliate leaders to connect with the NAPT and Foundation Board members. This gathering focused on strengthening relationships, sharing resources, and discussing the future of the organization. NAPT representatives emphasized their commitment to being “member-driven,” which means listening to affiliates’ needs, offering relevant support, and fostering […]
Keynote speaker Clint Swindall delivered an inspiring talk, “Mindset Matters,” speaking about the powerful impact of mindset on professional and personal success. The session aimed to reinvigorate attendees at the conference’s midpoint, focusing on how mindset can drive employee engagement and enhance organizational culture. Swindall shared that mindset is foundational because “our thinking pattern determines […]
The “Futurecasting: The Impact of AI” session explored the evolving role of artificial intelligence in student transportation. Panelists, who had already integrated technology into their districts, shared insights on how AI can optimize routes, enhance safety, and improve communication. For example, Jared Richmond, Director of Transportation from Carl Junction Schools (MO) , described using AI […]