COVER STORY: The yellow school bus is a distinct slice of Americana, but it also has a world-wide reach, at least conceptually. While the actual vehicle may differ from country to country, children are children no matter where they live, and they all need to and from school. Starting this month, journey with us to other countries to see how they transport students.
TOP STORY: NHTSA Seeks Lap/Shoulder Belts for All Motorcoach Seating Positions, School Bus Drivers
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HEADLINES
Zonar Tapped to Aid Feds in Gathering School Bus Info
School Bus Industry Vendors Work Together Despite Marketplace Competition
DERA, Industry Awaits Reauthorization
New CSA 2010 Safety Program Targets Private Motor Carrier Operators
Chair, Theme Announced for 2011 STN EXPO Conference and Trade Show
Feds Step Up National Recognition of School Bus Safety Week
Cook-Illinois ‘Goes Ahead’ with UK Partnership
Vendor Companies Combine Forces to Bring Districts the Best Options Possible
FEATURES
Training for Transition
The importance of preparing Head Start and pre-kindergarten children for the changes in and around the school bus
Routes Around the World
STN to look at “school bus” operations and services in a number of different countries throughout the next year. This month, meet special correspondent Anson Stewart as he travels through Central America and learns how old American school buses are used there. And learn about what’s new in Saudi Arabia with Senior Editor Stephane Babcock.
Giving School Buses a Brake
Proper brake systems and correct following distances are keys to safety
NAPT Reaches Beyond the Summit
Association transcends its initial vision to create a conference that furthers the objectives first laid down more than 35 years ago
NAPT Trade Show Exhibitors
Plan your NAPT trade show experience before you get to Portland, Ore.
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