In a significant move toward sustainable student transportation, the Woodland Joint Unified School District (WJUSD) in Woodland, California, has embarked on an ambitious project to integrate electric school buses into its fleet. This initiative, in partnership with RIDE, the California manufacturer and supplier of the new buses, underscores the district’s commitment to environmental stewardship and […]
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 […]
Presented by BusGates The trip to and from school is a part of daily life for millions of children across the United States. It is also the most dangerous part of a student’s school day according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite the vital role school buses play in safely transporting […]
As a child in India, Ritu Narayan watched her mother leave her job to ensure her children got to school safely. Decades later, as a mother herself in the U.S., Ritu faced the same challenge. “I could track my pizza and packages, but I had no idea if my kids had made it to school […]
By Peter Mannella New Administration; Many Changes Afoot As the new administration takes shape and begins to implement its priorities, things are moving at a rapid and fluid pace. We will be monitoring developments among the key federal agencies that affect school bus transportation, as well as congressional action affecting our work as well. […]
School BUSRide spoke with Melissa Garton, director of transportation for Dickson County School District in Dickson, Tennessee. Garton recently renewed her Certification as a Director of Pupil Transportation (CDPT) in 2024. She spoke with us about why she pursued certification, and the importance of professional development in pupil transportation. Please introduce yourself and provide a […]
School BUSRide spoke with Maria Carocci, training and development specialist for the Pupil Transportation Safety Institute (PTSI). PTSI has been servicing the school transportation industry since 1994. Formed as a training company providing services to the New York State Education Department, PTSI has grown to an internationally recognized supplier of school bus driver training, management […]
By Molly McGee Hewitt, PhD, CAE When I initially joined NAPT, I had to carefully evaluate what changes we should implement, what elements to maintain, and what practices to discontinue. Love the Bus was definitely among the priorities. In my opinion, this initiative is one of our most crucial – keep it, check! But […]
The Spotsylvania County Public School System (Virginia) runs an extensive fleet of 400 buses, catering to 24,000 students each day across 31 schools, which includes both general and special education vehicles. To support this large-scale operation, a dedicated workforce comprising school bus drivers and attendants, various management positions, administrative staff, fleet services, and an on-site […]
By Aaron Spann, Director of Professional Development at NAPT In today’s competitive job market, standing out is more important than ever. One way to distinguish yourself is by obtaining a professional certification. But is it worth the time, effort, and cost? If you’re contemplating getting certified through the National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT), […]