School districts across the United States are making critical decisions about the future of their fleets, including balancing operational needs, community expectations, and emerging technologies. Two districts in very different parts of the country – Baldwinsville Central School District in New York and Plano Independent School District in Texas – have taken distinctive but […]
At NAPT ACTS 25 this month, the National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) will induct Alex Robinson, M.Ed., CDPT, as the sole 2025 honoree into its prestigious Hall of Fame. Robinson’s career spans more than three decades in education and transportation, including leadership roles in Florida, California, and as executive director of New York City’s […]
By Shauna Seaver The Michigan district implemented Tyler Technologies’ integrated transportation solutions to support drivers, meet parent expectations, and increase ridership data accuracy. “Everyone here has learned to communicate, communicate, communicate. That’s the key piece to keeping this department running smoothly,” said Brenda Boyd, director of transportation at Holland Public Schools (HPS) in Michigan. […]
We are living in different times. The role of the federal government in educational programming and funding is changing, with new priorities and directions being advanced. These changes will have both short-term and long-term impacts on our schools and, by extension, on school transportation. Our work and our future as a profession and as an […]
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 […]
Your Voice, Your Vote in Action Every election is more than a process, it is a reaffirmation of a shared commitment NAPT members to advance the mission of the association. Through your voice and your vote, members shape the future of our industry, ensuring that association leaders reflect both the passion and priorities of […]
Lewiston Public Schools in Maine stands at the crossroads of tradition and transformation. With a student body of nearly 6,000 (of which roughly 4,500 rely on some form of school transportation), the district faces logistical complexities magnified by urban density, linguistic diversity, contracted services, and a growing population of newly arrived families. Alisa Roman, […]
By Bella Ma, RIDE In my role as an account manager for RIDE, I frequently work with school transportation teams who are new to EV technology and looking for answers about what it really means to operate battery-powered school buses. From my eight years at RIDE (where I’ve worked in purchasing, supply chain, project […]
By Joe Jenkins With 16 years in the alternative fuels space, including electric, hybrid, propane, and natural gas, I have worked through the evolution of vehicle technology from early aftermarket conversions to today’s purpose-built, factory-designed electric school buses. At IC Bus, I focus specifically on supporting customers through the transition from internal combustion to […]