School bus driver shortages are about more than staffing, they can mean missed classes, disrupted routines and lost learning opportunities for students. Read more here. https://t.co/V04izw38Up
Missed TSD this year? No worries, we’re sharing highlights and key takeaways from this year’s sessions so you can catch up on all the conversations, insights and ideas you may have missed!
Congratulations to Mindy Temple on receiving the Heart of the Industry Award! 🏆
Her 18 years of dedication, compassion and service make a difference in the lives of students, families and the school transportation community. 🚌❤️
Read more here. https://t.co/kM6HG1NlMA
Missed TSD Conference? We've got you covered! 🚌📰
From insightful sessions and hands-on training to industry discussions and leadership takeaways, there was no shortage of learning and innovation at this year's conference! Whether you joined us in person or followed along from afar, catch up on the biggest conversations, key takeaways and highlights through our conference coverage.
Explore all the articles at https://t.co/7BTVmFyn9Z!
Durham School Services supported McKinney National Airport’s emergency response drill, helping first responders prepare for commercial passenger service through teamwork, transportation and community partnership. Read more here. https://t.co/YPN5kHPLqi
From long-haul truck driver to helping train the next generation of school bus drivers! Meet Gendrys Maldonado, a driver trainer with Student Transportation of America, whose four-year journey in pupil transportation has grown from driving a school bus to helping new drivers build confidence, develop their skills and succeed in their careers.
Read more about Gendrys and the other 2026 Rising Stars at https://t.co/9S1I0MCdHK
A 14-year-old Southern Nash High School student has died after being struck by a pickup truck while attempting to board her school bus in Nash County, North Carolina. Read more here. https://t.co/glNNVrrjVB
From a temporary school bus driving job to leading an innovative transportation operation! Meet Ernie Epley, Fremont Unified School District’s Director of Transportation, whose unexpected career in pupil transportation has grown into nearly two decades of leadership.
Read more about Ernie and the other 2026 Rising Stars at https://t.co/9S1I0MCdHK
A New York school bus driver faces a misdemeanor charge after a 5-year-old child’s backpack became caught in the bus doors, dragging the child a short distance. Read more here. https://t.co/8swI2gk6bH
California’s ZESBI program is reopening with at least $55 million in funding to help school districts transition to electric school buses and charging infrastructure. Read more here. https://t.co/xaHntcs2C9
Industry experts weigh in on the potential impacts of the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education on school transportation funding, oversight and services. Read more here. https://t.co/1w4amIHiui
Coming to TSD? Make sure to download the conference app to access schedules, speaker information, exhibitor lists, networking opportunities and more!
Download before you arrive and stay connected all week!
Read more on how to download it here https://t.co/Ajbp6piPO3
NHTSA is seeking public input and committee candidates to help evaluate federal tire safety standards that could impact school buses, student transportation vans and other district fleet vehicles. Read more here. https://t.co/m35zqJtsNf
From service technician to transportation maintenance supervisor, Cliff Harrell has built his career from the ground up at Beaverton School District in Oregon. He oversees maintenance for the district’s school buses and support vehicles, manages its growing electric bus fleet and charging infrastructure and helps prepare the next generation of technicians through student internships.
Read more about Cliff and the other 2026 Rising Stars at https://t.co/9S1I0MCdHK
School Transportation News Publisher Tony Corpin went behind the scenes at Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation to explore how Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles brought Thomas Built Buses and FCCC together to transform school bus manufacturing and engineering. Read more here. https://t.co/e8L7o7nn5L
From childhood school bus enthusiast to transportation director at just 24! Meet Bowen Mitchell, Entiat School District’s first-ever Director of Transportation, whose passion for school buses started in kindergarten and grew into a career in student transportation.
Read more about Bowen and the other 2026 Rising Stars at https://t.co/9S1I0MCdHK
The November issue of School Transportation News has arrived!
From Head Start proposals and transportation technology to workforce challenges, this issue highlights the latest trends, challenges, and achievements shaping student transportation.
Plus, meet this year's Transportation Director of the Year!
📖 Read the November issue: https://t.co/Q1VKLJHTut
School transportation leaders gathered at CASTO’s Business Management Forum to explore how AI, psychological safety and professional development can strengthen transportation operations while keeping people at the center of leadership. Read more here. https://t.co/RIQf7yglja
Only 5 days to go until the TSD Conference! We're excited to connect with industry professionals and gain new insights. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
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