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STN EXPO Indy Keynote Speaker Unlocks the Secrets of Peak Performance

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WATCH: Texas District Shows Appreciation During Love the Bus Month

Parent using the Zonar MyView app to track the school bus (Image courtesy of Zonar)

Special Reports

Apps Increase Efficiency But Require Due Diligence

John Legus, Director of Transportation at Berrien Springs Public Schools in Michigan shared photos from the district’s Stuff a Bus event where the community donated and filled two thirds of a bus with groceries and collected over $800 in cash. Legus thanked the volunteers, including drivers and mechanics saying “It’s amazing what can be accomplished when all the hands come together. Our community, those who really need the help will have some support brought their way this Holiday season. Kindness, love and support can truly change the world!”

News

Gallery: Student Transporters Celebrate with Festive School Buses

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WATCH: First Student at TSD 2023

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WATCH: Transfinder at TSD 2023

Legal expert Betsey Helfrich presented a keynote session discussing legal considerations when transporting students with special needs. The keynote was given on Nov. 17, 2023 at the TSD Conference.

Special Needs

TSD Conference Speakers Share Legal Expertise, Review Headline Cases

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WATCH: 2023 TSD Orientation

Stock photo of student bullying on a school bus.

Special Reports

Creating a School Bus No-Bullying Zone

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WATCH: New Transportation Director of the Year Announcement

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School Districts Explore Ways to Reduce Behavior Problems on School Buses

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