EPA seeks to expand the fuel scope of the Clean School Bus Program, opening the door to more low-carbon options for districts nationwide. For student transportation leaders, this could mean greater flexibility while still advancing cleaner air & healthier communities. 🚌🌎 #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction

Bernando Brown shares how his military experience shaped his leadership in student transportation, the importance of service, training and mentorship, plus insights on retention, budgeting and operations you won’t want to miss. Listen to the full podcast. 🎧👇🏽 #EducationSky #EduSky

Episode 293 is live 🎙️ Gorham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Heather Perry talks collaboration, leadership, and why community—not individuality—drives student & staff success. Listen to the full podcast here.👇🏽 #PodcastSky #EducationSky

❄️ Winter weather is disrupting school bus operations across parts of the South and Mid-Atlantic, forcing delays, cancellations and closures. See how districts are navigating rare snow and ice conditions. #EducationSky #WeatherSky Read more:👇🏽

Just dropped the newest episode of the STN Podcast 🎙️ We dive into emergency training and lessons learned from the Texas school bus crash—important insights for anyone in school transportation. Listen to the full #podcast here: #EducationSky #SchoolSky

A #Waymo driverless vehicle struck a student near a school — and now there’s a federal safety investigation. Kids walking to school should never be test cases for experimental tech. Innovation doesn’t get a free pass when student safety is on the line. #EducationSky #RoboTaxi #AutonomousVehicles

In our Feb issue, we take a closer look at illegal passing & why awareness matters. From video documentation to working with law enforcement & courts, education & enforcement are changing behavior. Awareness is key. Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods 🎧 #EducationSky #SchoolSky

POV: Evacuating a school bus on fire At the TSD Conference, school transportation professionals trained in a smoke-filled bus to practice emergency evacuations for students with disabilities. Real-world training protects public school students, drivers, & community. 👉🏼stnexpo.com #StudentSafety

🎙️ In this episode, we cover winter weather impacts, leadership takeaways, EPA updates, & how developments in Venezuela could affect the school bus industry. Plus, Jim Knight discusses branding & workplace culture ahead of STN EXPO East in Charlotte. Listen to the full podcast.👇🏽 #PodcastSky #EduSky

Industry leaders will tackle student transportation funding uncertainty at STN EXPO East, with veteran Tim Ammon outlining how shifts in federal & state budgets could impact districts & what transportation teams can do to prepare for 2026–27. Read the full article to learn what’s ahead. #EduSky

🎙️ Today’s episode tackles a big question in student transportation. We break down recent EPA updates, where the Clean School Bus Program stands, and what paused subsidies mean as districts navigate uncertainty. Listen wherever you get your pods. 🎧 #EducationSky #SchoolSky #PodcastSky

Clear expectations and consistent training matter—especially at the start of the school year. When students and parents understand what’s expected on and around the school bus, safety improves for everyone. Listen wherever you get your pods. 🎧 #Education #Podcast #NewsSky

A tragic school bus incident in Maine has prompted an NTSB investigation after a child was fatally dragged when doors closed at a bus stop. The case raises urgent questions about loading-zone safety, procedures, and oversight. Read more:👇🏽 #SchoolTransportation #Education #EduSky #NewsSky

Safety isn’t a single rule or procedure—it’s a mindset. In student transportation, it’s about understanding risk, training for it, and making informed decisions every day. That perspective is at the center of today’s conversation. Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods. 🎧 #EduSky

School bus drivers face white-knuckle winter conditions most of us never see—ice, wind, mountain passes, pre-dawn starts. Training, preparation & calm decision-making keep students safe when weather turns dangerous. Read the full story.👇🏽 #Education #EduSky #StudentTransportation

In Episode 288, Tony Corpin, Taylor Ekbatani & Ryan Gray break down the top 10 2025 headlines. Some of them are heavy—but they’re also learning moments that can help districts improve training, strengthen safety & avoid unsafe situations. Listen wherever you get your pods.🎙️ #newyear #edusky

As we welcome 2026, we thank everyone involved in school transportation—from behind the wheel to transportation directors and those leading operations behind the scenes. Your dedication keeps millions of students safe every day. #HappyNewYear from School Transportation News. #NewYear #EduSky

As the year winds down, we’re wishing our school transportation community a safe and happy holiday season. May these final days of the year bring rest, reflection, and meaningful time with family and loved ones. Happy Holidays from all of us at STN. #HappyHolidays #Christmas2025 #ChristmasEve

🎙️The end of the year is here—perfect timing for Episode 287, our magazine year-in-review. 🎧 Tony Corpin & the editorial team break down the top 2025 School Transportation News stories & what's shaping the road to the #NewYear. Listen wherever you get podcasts. #EducationSky #School

Episode 286 (P2) 🎙️ Tony Corpin sits down with Antonio Civitella, President & CEO of Transfinder. From routing innovation to customer support, they discuss tools districts rely on, navigating change, and what 2026 holds for school bus routing. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast! #EduSky #TechSky

Episode 286 (P1) — Tony & Ryan are back on School Transportation Nation.🎙️ Big headlines, year-end projects & an interview with Transfinder CEO Antonio Civitella. 2025 flew by—Buyer’s Guide, Jan issue, more on deck. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods. #Education #EduSky

Texas school bus driver Julio Ospina was named AMF-Bruns Special-Needs Driver of the Year after stopping to protect a missing child. His quick thinking & compassion prevented a tragedy. Read more👇🏽 #EducationSky #EduSky #SchoolBusDrivers

In Episode 285 (P2), Taylor Ekbatani talks with two of the youngest transportation directors in Washington — Cassidy Miller of Cashmere SD & Bowen Mitchell of Entiat SD. They’re a couple who bonded over #schooltransportation. Hear what sparked their careers wherever you get your pods. #EduSky

Episode 285 (P 1) breaks down the top headlines shaping #schooltransportation. From new loading & unloading zone data & troubling trends around fatalities, to School Bus Safety Month and big updates from the U.S. Department of Education. Listen to the #podcast wherever you get your pods. #EduSky

Exploring how students travel to school across the globe shows just how different — and similar — our challenges can be. From the U.S. to India, access and safety shape everything. 🌍🚍 Want to see how it shakes out globally? Read more ⬇️ #Education #SchoolTransportation #EduSky

Episode 284 is live! Tony, Ryan & Taylor break down the biggest takeaways from this year’s TSD Conference—from the packed NHTSA 8-hour session to hands-on evacuations, powerful keynotes & all the buzzing Frisco energy. Listen wherever you get your pods. 🎧 #Education #SchoolTransportation #EduSky

#HappyThanksgiving from STN! We’re grateful for the transportation professionals who keep students safe every day—drivers, aides, techs, dispatchers & district leaders. Thank you for your dedication. Wishing you & your families a warm, restful holiday. #Thanksgiving #EducationSky #GratitudeSky

🎙️ Episode 283: We talk with Keba Baldwin, STN’s Transportation Director of the Year, about how he got his start in the industry and the leadership insights driving his success. Listen to the full pod wherever you get your pods. #LeadershipSky #EducationSky #EduSky

Ep 281, Part 3: Taylor Ekbatani chats with Jennifer Gardella, Director of Transportation at Rockwall ISD, about her journey from running a family daycare to leading one of Texas’s standout school transportation teams. Dedication, community & passion. Listen wherever you get your pods. #EduSky

Ep 281, Part 2: Tony Corpin chats with Frank Girardot of Ride about what real school bus safety looks like—not just on paper. From Ride’s award-winning Blade battery tech to easing parent concerns about electric buses, it’s a must-listen. 🚌⚡️ Full episode wherever you get your pods. #PodcastSky

From media calls to board meetings—Transportation Directors juggle it all. In Episode 281, Part 1, Tony Corpin and Taylor Ekbatani spotlight how Prince George’s County’s Keba Baldwin keeps calm under pressure and leads with grace. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods. #EduSky

Driver-trainer Nancy Koski from Lake Stevens SD didn’t expect to learn so much at #TSD2025 from legal updates to sensitivity training for students with disabilities. She’s taking home insights to make bus rides safer & more accommodating. Learn more at stnonline.com. #EduSky #SchoolTransportation

Marvita Vick of Broken Arrow Public Schools in Oklahoma discusses the lessons she learned as well as her winning experience this week at #TSD2025. Vick is a transportation specialist for school bus drivers transporting students with disabilities Learn more at stnonline.com. #EducationSky #EduSky

Child behavior expert Lisa Navarra headlined today’s #TSD2025 keynote on “The Power of Praise.” She shared mindset shifts, resources & real wording to help transportation professionals build trust and create a positive learning environment on the school bus. More at stnonline.com. #EducationSky

When the Trade Show Reception lands on a Sunday night, you know it’s time for football! 🏈 The Tailgate Reception brought together hundreds of attendees and vendors for a night of Texas BBQ, team spirit, and fun on the trade show floor. Stay tuned for more at stnonline.com!

At #TSD2025, Glenna Wright-Gallo shared expert insights on inclusive disability policies, drawing from her personal journey & experience. She outlined key federal & state requirements to help ensure safe, equitable transportation for every student. Learn more at stnonline.com! #Edusky #Education

🏆 Congrats to First Place Roadeo Winners Jennifer Fugate & Pinkie Roland from Mansfield ISD, TX! Their teamwork, awareness & safety skills impressed judges. 🙌 Thanks to all participants, judges & sponsors—see you next year! Learn more at stnonline.com! #EducationSky #DisabilitySky #EduSky

Over 200 first-time attendees joined the Mingle Bingo Blackout Challenge at #TSD2025, making it easy to meet passionate student transportation professionals! 🚍 If you’re a director, trainer, or admin looking to connect and learn, visit stnexpo.com to learn more. #EducationSky #EduSky

Keynote speaker Betsey Helfrich returned for #TSD2025 to break down key legal considerations in transporting students with disabilities—knowledge that keeps students safe while minimizing district liability. ➡️ Learn more from Betsey’s keynote at stnonline.com! #EducationSky #EduSky

Jill Metcalfe, founder of STSB Training, led a session at #TSD2025 on how social stories and visual aids make safety education fun, inclusive, and effective—helping students with disabilities learn and thrive through tailored strategies. Read more at stnonline.com. #EducationSky #Disabilities

One reason we love the Transporting Students with Disabilities & Special Needs #TSD2025 Conference is our passionate attendees—each dedicated to creating the safest, most inclusive transportation for students with special needs. Learn more at tsdconference.com! #EducationSky #EduSky

Full house for NHTSA’s Child Passenger Safety on School Buses National Training at #TSD2025! Attendees learned proper use of restraint systems for preschoolers and students with disabilities, with hands-on equipment training to ensure safer transport in their districts. #Education #SchoolBusSky

Michele Gay opened #TSD2025 with a powerful keynote, sharing how the loss of her daughter in the Sandy Hook tragedy inspired her lifelong mission to improve student safety—on and off the bus. Read more about her safety and education strategies at stnonline.com. #EducationSky #EduSky

We’re asking attendees what brings them to #TSD2025 and what they’ll take back to their districts! Honored to host this transformative experience for dedicated student transportation pros. Stay tuned for updates at stnonline.com & learn more at tsdconference.com. #SchoolTransportation #EduSky

🎙️ Episode 280 is live! Taylor chats with Craig Beaver, Beaverton School District’s Transportation Administrator & 2024 Director of the Year. From surprise recognition to leading with gratitude, Craig shares why his drivers make everything possible. 🎧 Listen anywhere you get podcasts. #EduSky

🎙️ Episode 279 is live! Ryan Gray talks with Gregg Fox, Director of Transportation, who shared how he left journalism as the field changed and unexpectedly found his way into school transportation. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts! #EducationSky #EduSky #PodcastSky

🎙️ Episode 278, Part 2 is here! Ryan Gray sits down with education attorney Betsy Helfrich to discuss her top concerns impacting students and education today. Listen to the full conversation wherever you get your pods. #EducationSky #Podcasts #EduSky

🚨 The National Transportation Safety Board is urging schools to step up seat-belt policies for buses after a crash in Texas where many students were unrestrained.  Let’s make safety non-negotiable — seat belts on every ride, every time. #SchoolBusSafety #SeatbeltsMatter #EducationSky

🎙️ In Episode 278, Part 1, Tony Corpin sits down with Antonio Civitella, CEO & President of Transfinder, to explore what it really takes to build and lead top transportation teams. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your pods. #EduSky #EducationSky #SchoolTransportation #SchoolBus

Cleaner air for kids. 💚 Lower costs for schools. #Propane school buses cut emissions, save thousands on fuel & maintenance, & keep rides quieter for drivers. A smart, healthy move toward greener fleets. 🌎 Read more👇🏽 #CleanEnergy #SustainableTransport #AlternativeFuel #EduSky