The Changing Dynamics of School Transportation
According to the US Department of Transportation, one of the highest annual consumer expenditures is on transport totaling to $12,295 annually as of 2023…
How to Make Transportation More Accommodating for Special Needs Students
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) guarantees students who require special education-related services the right to free public education…
Outsourcing vs. In-House: Solving Dilemmas in Student Transportation
Outsourcing student transportation has been steadily gaining traction over the years. Why do almost 30% of U.S. school districts hire contractors to take care…
6 Tips to Keep Your School Buses in Top Shape
School buses are the backbone of student transportation, ensuring millions of children safely reach their classrooms and return home daily. With over 50% of K-12 students…
4 Ways to Build a Career Progression Path for Your Transportation Staff
The transportation industry is facing a significant challenge: 15.1% fewer employees were employed as bus drivers in 2023 compared to 2019. This shortage of drivers…
3 Problems in the Student Transportation Industry
The big yellow buses on the road are symbolic of the American education system and culture. Every day, 26 million children in the US board a school bus to get educated…
6 Ways to Keep School Bus Drivers Motivated
School bus drivers play a vital role in ensuring student safety, often working long hours from early morning to late afternoon. The demanding nature of their…
3 Things To Manage When Planning School Field Trips
Who doesn’t love a good field trip? Stepping outside of the classroom with your friends, and learning while exploring is an important school memory for every child…
6 Ways to Improve Fuel Efficiency in School Buses
On average, a single school bus consumes approximately 2,123 gasoline gallon equivalents each year — a fuel demand that not only drives up operational…
The Impact of ESSER Funding on Student Transportation
The Covid-19 pandemic had a severe impact on schools across the United States. To allow schools to give the best possible education more importantly safely, the…
