School Bus Fleet

Official voice of the yellow bus world. News, tech, safety & fleet insights for school transportation pros. #SchoolBus #FleetManagement #StudentSafety

[Stacia Naquin @StaciaNaquin]

MEET BLAKE: He’s 5-years-old, from Marion County and an internet sensation in his school bus costume! His newfound fame has been lots of unexpected fun for his family. And it couldn’t have come at a better time ❤️ I can’t wait to share their story!

[NSTA @nstayellowbuses]

We’re proud to congratulate #NSTA member Aaron Sepkowski on being named @SchoolBusFleet's 2026 Contractor of the Year!

🔗 Read Here: https://t.co/dPPyQ9pvzI

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Take the burden out of bidding. Cooperative contracts can save district transportation teams time, money, and hassle. Here’s how >> https://t.co/B2qeMQTFQL

#sourcewell #cooperativepurchasing #schoolbusfleet #transportationbudget

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

🌟 The future of school transportation is already leading today.

School Bus Fleet’s 2026 Trailblazers highlight 18 rising leaders under 40 who are shaping the industry.

Join us in celebrating this year's class of Trailblazers!
https://t.co/FTArAf5hes

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

What if better routing could reduce costs and stress?

EverDriven’s new Consolidated Routing Services aims to help districts do just that.

Greg Jackson explains more here▶️ https://t.co/81u8axk6mw

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Announcing the 2026 Administrator of the Year: Kathy Calkins of North Clackamas Schools District in Oregon! 🏆

Read her story HERE: https://t.co/oPcZVsPDgg

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Air drum. Air disc. Hydraulic. Is it time to rethink your school bus brakes? In our newest article, we break down how each system compares. This deep dive looks at what operators are seeing in the field, and what it could mean for your fleet.

https://t.co/g1ZiWXEAIN

[HopSkipDrive @HopSkipDrive]

HopSkipDrive's Loni Mahanta shared her perspective with @SchoolBusFleet on why AVs aren't yet built for the specialized care student transportation requires. Safety in innovation must stay human-centered. 🚌

Read the full article here ⬇️
https://t.co/4OliaU7bsf

[Pathwise @PathwiseK12]

🚌 Is your district making closure decisions without transportation at the table?

Join us Feb 25 to learn how to go from damage control to decision partner—before the board votes.

📅 Register: https://t.co/0jtYzPzCdh

#K12Transportation #SchoolClosures #EZRouting

[The Electric School Bus Initiative @ESBInitiative]

We’re excited to be partnering with Weld RE-5J School District in Milliken, Colorado, on their effort to bring six new #ElectricSchoolBuses – plus state-of-the-art charging infrastructure – to their community!
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Find out more ⬇️ https://t.co/ZruuSufCnQ

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Our 2026 Special-Needs report is here! Here's a peek at K-12 special-needs transportation by the numbers, including what changed — and what didn’t — in School Bus Fleet’s 2026 survey. 📊👇 https://t.co/YvYV1NOlzv

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

As stop-arm enforcement programs expand nationwide, data shows they are changing driver behavior and reducing risk to students in measurable ways. Here's a look at several programs with promising results.

FEATURE HERE: https://t.co/JOV4pb55i0

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

It’s launch day! 🚀School Bus Fleet’s new website is live. We’ve refreshed the look, improved navigation, and made it easier to find the stories, statistics, and resources you rely on.

👉 Click through and explore the new experience: https://t.co/N5ufTRCU9Z

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

NOW OPEN! Nominate the next SBF Contractor of the Year! One winner will receive recognition on School Bus Fleet's website and magazine, a trophy, and recognition at SBFX 2026 in Scottsdale. Nominations close March 31.

DETAILS HERE: https://t.co/cmoxd8LQWe

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

#LovetheBus month is a great time to say thank you to school bus drivers. But real support goes beyond notes, treats, and pizza parties. Here are 18 practical ways leaders can support transportation teams this month and beyond: https://t.co/WNHDbI8q4o

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

New from @Cummins: A brake upgrade designed to make life easier for fleets and techs. 🚍🔧 Meet the Meritor MFLEX4™ air disc brake pad, built for durability, broad fitment coverage, and simplified stocking across supported caliper applications.

DETAILS: https://t.co/sFa2fyNHkP

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

This just in: A new @VerraMobility survey reports that 82% of parents support safety cameras to penalize stop-arm violators and 70% favor automated enforcement in school zones.

More insights on school zone safety HERE: https://t.co/bsyzOzSf7a

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Strong communication and trust between transportation leaders and school boards are essential to safe, effective operations. In this brand-new article, Gray Ram Tactical's Bret Brooks drops his top tips to build a better partnership.

CHECK IT OUT: https://t.co/noIejHofDa

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

It's here, it's here! ❤️🚌 It's almost time for #LovetheBus month, and NAPT just dropped the new toolkit to help you celebrate. Get ready to promote our industry's favorite month of the year with these new resources: https://t.co/5PbHGeDa8r

[School Bus Fleet @SchoolBusFleet]

Hey school bus fleet managers, directors, and techs: this is the last call for insights to our 2026 School Bus Maintenance Survey! The results will appear in the March magazine.

SURVEY HERE: https://t.co/EFcolnxg7s