Safe Fleet, a leading provider of safety solutions for fleet vehicles, announced the launch of its groundbreaking Stop Arm Violation Enforcement System (SAVES) last week at the Florida Association for Pupil Transportation Annual Conference. Set to transform school bus safety, SAVES leverages advanced AI technology to capture and process stop-arm violations with unparalleled accuracy, providing […]
In the vast network of educational discourse, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) serve as guiding stars, illuminating the path toward a fair and inclusive learning environment. While discussions surrounding DEI often gravitate toward classrooms and curriculum, the realm of pupil transportation holds equal significance. As the Director of Student Transportation, I advocate for prioritizing DEI […]
Presented by HopSkipDrive Transparency directly impacts the safety, efficiency, and overall confidence in the school transportation system. For districts and schools partnering with school transportation providers, ensuring the safety and timely arrival of students hinges on access to real-time, comprehensive information. Schools and districts can be better supported by transportation providers that prioritize transparency, which […]
Wilson School District, located in Berks County of northeastern Pennsylvania, operates approximately 75 runs per day with a mix of 72 passenger vehicles, vans, mini-buses, and a mid-size CDL vehicle. The transportation department services between 3,700 and 4,200 students (depending on the sport season) between a high school, two middle schools, and five elementary schools. […]
Cindy Dettling, School District 60 of British Columbia School BUSRide spoke with Cindy Dettling, transportation supervisor for School District 60 in Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada. She offered her insights on how road maintenance affects pupil transportation, and about what her NAPT membership means for her professional development. Please introduce yourself and tell us […]
Stephanie Walker, Habersham County Board of Education School BUSRide spoke with Stephanie Walker, transportation coordinator at Habersham County Board of Education in Georgia, about her district, as well as her completion of all four NAPT certification categories, including Certified Director of Pupil Transportation (CDPT), Certified Supervisor of Pupil Transportation (CSPT), Certified Pupil Transportation Specialist (CPTS) […]
In the realm of education, like the corporate sector, a leadership and authority hierarchy exist. The higher you are on the chain of command or organizational chart, the more decision-making authority you possess. These decisions are frequently taken with or without input from the affected parties. Oftentimes, those impacted by the decisions feel overlooked or […]
Alfred Karam is retiring from school transportation leadership after nearly 25 years on ‘the job.’He has always been a leader and a strong advocate for excellence and diligence in our work. He is a demanding presence in the profession in New York and has often presented at national conferences on data-driven decision making, quality control […]
Joshua Griffin is transportation supervisor for Petersburg City Public Schools in Virginia. School BUSRide spoke with him about his district, his recent certifications, and his advice for his peers in the pupil transportation industry. Please introduce yourself and tell us about your district. I started driving in 2006 in Caroline County, Virginia. From there, […]
Presented by HopSkipDrive Photos courtesy of HopSkipDrive Ongoing, real-time assessment of students’ needs is critical to implementing innovative solutions that can make meaningful reductions in chronic absenteeism. Chronic absenteeism has become one of the largest barriers to academic success for children in the United States. In fact, since the pandemic began, research shows […]