Taylor Ekbatani, Author at School Transportation News

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Taylor Hannon started working for School Transportation News as an intern after graduating from the University of Wyoming in 2018. She currently serves as the senior editor and writes for the online publication as well as print magazine. She also serves as a photographer for STN and photographs the three shows throughout the year. She can be contacted at taylor@stnonline.com.

Safety

Two Students Killed in Georgia School Shooting

Safety

No Attempt to Illegally Board School Buses Near Mexico Border, Sheriff...

Closeup of a School Bus Stop Ahead Sign Against a Blue Sky

Safety

Louisiana 7-Year-Old Hit, Killed by School Bus

Special Reports

Keeping Track

Safety

8-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by School Bus Near San Antonio, Texas

Green Bus

Low-income Areas Need Electric School Buses the Most, WRI Analysis Indicates

A row of five new electric Thomas Built Buses sit in their permanent parking spots at Bethlehem Central School District near Albany, New York, which received the vehicles on July 21, 2022 for the new school year.

Green Bus

Second Installment of Zero Emission School Bus Funding Available in N.Y

Carlie O'Brien, a school bus driver for School District 20 in Castlegar, British Columbia, charges an electric school bus. Photo courtesy of IC Bus.

Government

Inspector General Report Cites Inefficiencies in EPA Clean School Bus Program

Green Bus

Legislation Reauthorizing DERA Program Passes Senate, Held in House

Scott VanHosen from Bethlehem Central Schools in New York was recognized as a Garage Star this year, after a 30-year career at the district. VanHosen retired at the end of the 2023-2024 school year.

Maintenance

2024 Garage Stars Announced: Embracing New Technology

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Current Issue

August 2025

The South Carolina Department of Education’s Engineering Associate Team leads this year’s Garage Stars. From left: James Miller, Randy Linz, Patrick Nesmith, Wayne Southard, William “Bo” McDaniel, and Justin Roach. Photo courtesy of Mike Bullman Cover design by Kimber Horne

It's the 10th year of recognizing the nation's most outstanding Garage Stars. This year's winners are on the front line of school bus safety...

From Chaos to Clarity: How Transfinder Transformed Ohio District’s Transportation System

Simplified Fleet Management?

Toronto, Ontario, Canada - September 1, 2022: Yellow school buses in parking at golden hour. View on parked American buses in Canada waiting for the educational season.

5 Essential Tech Questions for School Fleet Contractors

The Importance of Streamlined Communication in School Bus Transportation for Safety...

Buyers Guide

Buyer’s Guide 2025

Artwork for cover and divider pages created by Kimber Horne using generative A.I. in Adobe Firefly

Find the latest vehicle production data and budget reports, industry trends, and contact information for state, national and federal agencies, manufacturers, dealers, and suppliers. Read...