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Empowering Districts with Streamlined Technology

  Presented by Transfinder Across the nation, school district transportation departments face increasing pressure to enhance efficiency, safety, and communication. Technological solutions, such as those offered by Transfinder, have become indispensable in meeting these demands. By optimizing routing, maintenance, trip tracking, and providing real-time information to parents and students, these tools ensure that transportation services […]

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: David Schuler, Executive Director of AASA

  School BUSRide spoke with David Schuler, executive director of AASA, the School Superintendents Association. AASA’s mission extends to all aspects of educational leadership, including safety, cybersecurity, and school nutrition, and is articulated through advocacy and legislative efforts that focus on expanding opportunities for every student. Schuler’s work reflects AASA’s mission through professional development such […]

Denver Public Schools Optimizes Transportation Services with the Help of HopSkipDrive

  With over 330 buses, nearly 400 employees, and a service area encompassing one of Colorado’s most diverse urban populations, Denver Public Schools (DPS)’ transportation department is a logistical powerhouse. But it is also a department that has had to contend with nationwide challenges like driver shortages and rising costs, all while ensuring equity and […]

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Keith Henry, CDPT

  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 […]

Geary County Schools USD 475 Optimizes Routing for Efficient Transportation

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 […]

Optimized Routes, Better Outcomes: The Role of Alternative Transportation in Student Success

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 […]

Route Optimization for Your School District: A Smarter Way to Manage K-12 Student Transportation

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 […]

NAPT ACTS 24 Recap: Interactive Keynote Presentation, HOF Inductions, and an NAPT Update

    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 […]

NAPT ACTS 24 Recap: Keynote Presentation: Mindset Matters! & Annual Awards Presentation

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 […]

NAPT ACTS 24 Recap: 47th Annual NAPT Trade Show

The Trade Show brought together leaders in the student transportation industry and the organizations that support them. The revamped trade show offered a dynamic platform for learning, interaction, and growth in the ever-evolving landscape of student transportation and technology. The new format offered more time for attendees to visit with vendors, in two different settings […]