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Sunday, July 27, 2014

July 2014 Digital Magazine Edition

Read about Student Transportation of America's transformation of Omaha (Neb.) Public Schools' fleet with propane as well as other stories from school districts that are implementing alternative fuels in this month's cover story. Also find a preview of this month's STN EXPO.

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Full STN EXPO Workshop Schedule Released; Registration Deal Extended

The 21st annual North American School Bus EXPO will feature around 50 educational opportunities next month, including four general sessions and two pre-conference seminars. And potential attendees have more time to register at the standard rate of $299. [Read more]

Questions on Training and Prevention Arise After Oregon School Shooting

In an interview two days after the June 10 shooting at Reynolds High School that killed a student and injured a teacher, Reynolds (Ore.) School District Superintendent Linda Florence discussed the importance of training all personnel to effectively respond to school violence. [Read more]

STN EXPO Keynote Jason Dorsey Aims to Break Down Generational Divide

Are you questioning why it's seemingly so hard to communicate with your twenty-something employee? What about the new, young parent who demands information yesterday? The answers and solutions that generational expert Jason Dorsey will provide STN EXPO attendees might be a surprise. [Read more]

Occupant and Fire Safety Top Concerns in Investigation of Fatal Motorcoach Crash

Though more details have emerged about the fatal truck–motorcoach crash in northern California, officials maintain that it could take months to determine the cause of the fiery collision. [Read more]

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Bus Roadeo Champion Remains Humble Amid Record Wins

Larry Hannon of Warminster, Pa., might just be the best school bus driver ever. He is the winner of a record eight National School Transportation Association (NSTA) International Safety Competitions, or “roadeos.”

California Dreamin’: A Look Inside Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District

Santa Monica is world renowned for its beaches and the celebrities who frequent them. The city has long served as home to some of the most powerful players in Hollywood and is a world-class tourist destination. Yet, like other towns and counties across the U.S., it has its own challenges when it comes to transporting students to and from school.

Q&A: Seon Discusses New School Bus Stop-Arm Enforcement Solution

With interest increasing nationwide on how to set up school bus stop-arm enforcement programs with local police and court systems, another partnership is coming to market to provide municipalities with solutions. Seon announced in late March that it and Illinois-based RedSpeed USA are teaming up to target motorists who illegally pass stopped school buses.