What are the Must Haves When Considering Special Needs Transportation?
Are you giving your special needs transportation policies all the attention they require?
Are you giving your special needs transportation policies all the attention they require?
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Homelessness in America has been steadily rising since 2016, with 2024 seeing an all-time high in unhoused persons. This is also causing a rise of homeless students in school districts - who must be able to receive the same educational services as any othe..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Do your buses have monitors onboard? If not, it can be a great - and cost effective - way of improving student safety during bus rides, as well as ensuring a smoother trip overall. Your drivers will appreciate the help, too!
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Electric buses have numerous benefits over standard diesel buses - and that includes their maintenance requirements. EVs are mechanically simpler than internal-combustion vehicles, so you'll be spending less time and money keeping them running. However, th..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
School districts are still searching for new ways to save money on transportation costs, and get access to buses despite the ongoing bus driver shortage. One option gaining popularity are shared transportation services. That is, making partnerships with ot..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Few accidents could be as horrifying as a fire inside a crowded school bus - which is why modern buses have numerous features to prevent fires from spreading. Anyone involved in school transportation should be aware of your buses' fire systems, and ensure ..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Installing cameras on your school buses brings a lot of benefits. You'll instantly improve both safety and security on your buses, as well as having verifiable evidence whenever there's a dispute about events on the bus. Cameras aren't even that expensive ..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's hard to overstate how much harm is being done by the ongoing shortage of school bus drivers. Economists agree that the situation remains "severe," with an astounding 90%+ of respondents to a 2024 survey reporting a lack of drivers. The shortage has be..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Since their introduction in the 2000s, e-cigarettes - also known as 'vapes' - have quickly become a popular way to consume nicotine. Vapes boil a nicotine-infused liquid to create a vapor which is inhaled. While e-cigarettes are technically less harmful th..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Student tracking can be a controversial topic, but it really shouldn't be. Tracking systems ensure your buses and your student ridership are where they need to be, when they need to be - and if something goes wrong, it becomes far easier to handle the situ..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
When budgeting time and money for your school transportation department, don't overlook the importance of parent communication! Having strong lines of communication with parents can prevent a lot of problems, improve student safety, and even cutting down o..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Recently, President Trump announced that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) is empowered to enter "sensitive locations" such as schools and churches, while searching for illegal immigrants. This has created an extremely complicated new pr..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
As school transportation offices continue to face budget problems and a lack of bus drivers, they're being forced to explore alternatives to bus transportation - such as vans. It's not hard to see why. Vans are ubiquitous, cheaper than buses, and can be mo..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
If your district is still on the fence about using tracking systems to collect student ridership data, here's something else to consider: student tracking can help find lost children on your bus routes, or prevent them from even being lost in the first pla..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
These are tough times for school transportation managers. Money is tight, expenses are growing, and many districts are struggling to even keep enough buses and drivers on the road. For many districts, outsourcing student transportation could be the answer ..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Do your school buses need three-point seat belts or harnesses to maintain student safety while on the road? For many people, this question is a no-brainer - the problem is, they can't actually agree on which 'obvious' answer is correct. So, it's still wort..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Transportation managers, are you keeping track of your full student ridership from day to day? It's not enough to simply track attendance records. Tracking every student rider requires a bit of extra hardware and software, but can absolutely pay off in the..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Fires on school buses are incredibly rare - and that's largely due to the variety of fire suppression systems in place on modern buses. As a result, school bus fires represent well less than 1% of all vehicle fires, and even then, many of them occur when t..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
The Electric Vehicle (EV) market is changing and improving faster than anyone might have predicted, even when it comes to buses. Just a decade ago, investing in electric buses seemed like a very risky proposition. Now, the market is booming, and in Europe,..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Keeping track of transportation expenses can be a challenge even with a single school - but the difficulties become much greater when trying to track money across multiple schools in a district. This is a task which calls for specialized accounting softwar..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's more important than ever for school transportation systems to cut costs and 'run lean'. With budgets tight and drivers in high demand, smart optimization is needed to keep your kids transported safely. That's exactly why we created BusBoss! For over 2..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's important that your school buses be safe and accessible for all students - including children with disabilities and other 'special needs' kids. Your bus drivers need to know how to maintain student safety, even when specific riders may present specifi..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Despite being a known problem for years, the school bus driver shortage remains "severe" with no real signs of reversing. This is causing problems across the industry, and schools largely have to rely on themselves to keep their buses rolling.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Right now, it's more important than ever for your district to get every penny you can from government grants - and good bus routing software can help make it happen! Modern bus software suites offer a range of features, from routing to student tracking, wh..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
In general, school buses are statistically the safest form of transportation on the road - but there are still many risks. One of the biggest is the problem of visibility. Even the best-built bus will have significant blind spots, and drives must be able t..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's sad to say, but one of the biggest threats to student safety during their bus rides is other motorists. If a passing car ignores a bus's lights and stop-arm, they could easily hit a student, especially if the student needs to cross the street.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
In theory, a good tablet app can be your bus drivers' best friend, a co-pilot which doesn't require paying for a second adult on the bus. It can show the map and route, calculate alternative routes, provide alerts to mistakes such as children getting off a..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
What is your transportation management office doing to keep your bus drivers' morale high?
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
AI technology is changing a lot of fields, and that's becoming true of routing software as well. Current Machine Learning systems are able to go well beyond the stock route planning suites, and offer improved optimization and even more options to transport..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Transportation routing software has become nearly ubiquitous in school transportation offices - but that doesn't mean every software product on the market is equal. BusBoss was one of the first in this field, and still the standout choice, even compared to..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Bus drivers have so much to manage during a route: wrangling kids, following the route, remembering which stops to make on which day, not to mention having to drive safely the whole time. Anything which improves their experience, or makes driving easier, w..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
School bus systems are possibly the greatest public transportation system in the US. Every year, over 25 million students ride the bus to and from school - an incredible number of people being transported safely and efficiently. School buses are statistica..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's 4:00 PM. Do you know where all your student riders are?
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
At this point, most districts are using software to manage their bus systems, such as creating routes or tracking maintenance. However, if you're still using software run entirely on local computers, it's worth considering an alternative: bus routing web a..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Is your school getting all the money you can from state funding? One of the most overlooked state benefits is the Medicaid & School Based Services (SBS) program. In short, if you have students on your bus who qualify for Medicaid and need special accom..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
It's more important than ever for school transportation offices - as well as school districts in general - to take web security seriously!
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
There's no doubt that school buses are among the safest ways to travel in the world. Accidents, injuries, and fatalities are all far lower than for any other kind of ground travel, making a school bus statistically one of the best places for a child to be.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Out of all the symbols associated with modern Christmas celebrations, few are more iconic than the classic candy cane. According to confectioners, it's by far the most popular non-chocolate candy at Christmastime, with around 90% of sales happening between..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
The year-end holidays are nearly here, and that means we're about to see Santa Claus all over the place. Many people know that Santa is based loosely on a real person named Saint Nicholas, but the actual history is rarely discussed.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
The winter holidays are coming, which are a time of rejoicing for nearly everyone. However, it's important to remember that not everyone celebrates the same year-end holidays. A school's transportation management office should strive to make every child fe..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
Winter is coming, and winters seem to be getting harder with each passing year. Even areas which previously didn't get harsh winters seem to be seeing more snow and ice than they used to.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_scheduling_software, school_bus_management_software
There are a lot of possible ways to upgrade a bus fleet to improve efficiency or student accuracy. So, what would be the best upgrade to make, in terms of costs vs benefits? Well, if your district hasn't installed GPS tracking systems on your buses yet, th..
Student_Tracking_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, vehicle_tracking_software
Both the Federal and State governments continue to push for adoption of electric buses in the nation's school districts. This makes sense on an individual level for a number of reasons. Electric school buses run more cleanly, they're cheaper to operate, an..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, vehicle_tracking_software
Seat belts in school buses are once again a hot topic, thanks to Congressman Steve Cohen and Senator Tammy Duckworth reintroducing the School Bus Safety Act. The act would mandate seat belts - as well as a variety of other student safety gear - in school b..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, vehicle_tracking_software
At this point, there's little doubt that Electric Vehicles (EVs) are the new future of motor transportation. Sales of EVs continue to rise, and governments around the world are increasingly looking to promote their adoption.
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, vehicle_tracking_software
Student safety is one of the most critical aspects of operating a school bus system, and everyone agrees that students need to be protected. However, the issue of how to best protect them can get thorny - as we see in frequent debates over the need for sea..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, transportation_management_services, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Every role in a school district is unique and challenging in its own ways, but few roles combine as many challenges as bus transportation management. Everyone involved in the bus system is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering students to and f..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_transportation_software, school_bus_route_planning_software
Prior to 2020, distance learning was a niche idea at best, mostly used to serve people living far away from schools or children who were physically unable to attend. However, with the COVID-19 outbreak, the situation changed radically. Most schools impleme..
Student_Tracking_Software, transportation_management_services, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Your bus routes are rarely as dangerous as they are in the winter. Cold weather makes bus driving far more difficult, with numerous new hazards to consider. Yet student safety must be maintained at all times, no matter the weather. So, let's talk about pre..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, vehicle_tracking_software
It's almost time for the year-end holidays, and that means holiday parties! If, like many districts, you're planning on having a staff holiday party, it's time to start thinking about what to serve. So, let's step away from talk of school bus drivers and b..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
In general, electric buses seem to be the future of school bus transportation. As the people and nations of the world increasingly move towards electric vehicles in general, we're realizing the benefits of reducing fossil fuel use. However, EVs are not a p..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
It's time to start planning for Thanksgiving! Plenty of American schools serve some sort of Thanksgiving-themed lunch for the holiday, on the last day before vacation. It's a nice treat for the kids, especially those whose families may not be able to affor..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
School bus drivers have one of the most difficult jobs in a school district. They have to successfully navigate long routes while wrangling a large number of kids who may not be well-behaved. They also frequently have to do this alone! However difficult it..
school_bus_routing_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
As of writing, it has been nearly a month since Hurricane Helene ravaged the east coast, and many schools in affected areas are still closed. Many of these are due to the schools themselves having been flooded and are now unfit for students. Other schools ..
school_bus_routing_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Out of all the jobs at a school district, few can match transportation management for pure stress. Every day, you and your staff are responsible for the safety of hundreds or thousands of children, while also having to wrangle endless complaints from paren..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
A district transportation office has a lot on its plate whenever buses are on the road. With hundreds or thousands of students being transported, you need to stay focused on the buses and maintaining their safety. This includes keeping open lines of commun..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
The push to see greater adoption of electric school buses (ESBs) proceeds, slowly but surely. That's according to a recent report from the World Resources Institute, tracking adoption of electric buses across the United States and its territories. As of Ju..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, vehicle_tracking_software
One question we occasionally see is whether it's safe to decorate school buses for the year-end holidays. Generally speaking, the answer is yes! As long as you keep student safety in mind, and use some common sense, there's no reason you can't decorate you..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Should your school district implement electronic ID cards for student ridership tracking on buses? Since the first use of ID cards to track students in Houston, in 2004, the practice has been highly controversial. Yet schools continue to experiment with ID..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Spooky season is nearly here - is it coming to your bus routes? Drivers and students alike can enjoy the holiday, and have a good time doing so. It's a great way to break up the monotony of daily routes during the fall semester. However, of course, you can..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
If there's a problem on one of your bus routes that affects the student ridership, how long does it take to notify everyone involved? There's no single "right" answer to the question, but that span of time should be as short as possible. From getting assis..
Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, RFID_student_ridership_tracking, Student_School_Bus_Safety
It's been a few months since Top Transportation Teams announced their 2024 winners, and it's time to start looking towards the 2025 competition! We love the entire idea of this competition. It encourages school transportation management teams to do their b..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Everyone says, “Think of the children!” when it comes to school bus tracking, but perhaps we should be saying, “Think of the parents!” instead. Discussions about bus tracking tend to revolve around the many safety benefits that tracking brings to students,..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
As a school district transportation manager you always have a lot on your plate, but that shouldn't stop you from taking time for personal development and networking. There are several major school bus trade shows around the country every year, and they ar..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_transportation_software, School_Transportation_Trade_Show, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Ever since its early adoption by some school districts, student and bus tracking has been a hot-button debate topic. Over the last few years, myths have been formulated and then debunked, and the benefits have abounded and transformed the skeptics.
Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
If your district already utilizes tracking devices to plot your bus's location in real-time, it might be time to open up that service to more people in your community! Schools around the nation are beginning to offer smartphone apps to parents, allowing th..
Student_Tracking_Software, transportation_management_services, student_transportation_software, student_transportation_management, vehicle_tracking_software
The school bus route management process has a reputation for being complex and difficult to manage. Fortunately, route optimization software has eased the burden for school districts across North America. Bus routing software allows districts to create hyp..
school_bus_routing_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Recently, we came across an interesting School Bus Fleet article about a petition proposing a change to school bus lighting systems that, according to the petitioner, would improve school bus safety. It's far from the first time such an idea was proposed. ..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, school_bus_route_optimization, vehicle_tracking_software
Is your district giving enough support to your school bus maintenance crews during the winter? Proper bus maintenance should always be a priority, but it's absolutely vital during the winter. Even minor breakdowns or on-road incidents become far more dange..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_maintenance, student_bus_transportation, maintaining_school_buses
It’s well known that student bus transportation costs are a huge part of a school district’s budget and a truly unavoidable expense. It’s only natural for school districts to look for ways to minimize the costs. Now, some districts are beginning to design ..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, student_bus_transportation, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software
As drivers around the country break out their snow tires, school district transportation departments are preparing buses for chilly temperatures. Ensuring that your fleet stays in tip-top shape during the winter months takes some effort and planning. Here ..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, fleet_maintenance, school_bus_route_planning_software, student_transportion_software
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_management, transportation_routing_software, route_planning_software, school_bus_routing_software
Meta Description: Student ridership tracking based on ID cards remains a controversial topic - but it remains a safe, affordable, and reliable way to keep tabs on students while optimizing your bus routes.
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_gps_tracking, student_ridership, RFID_student_ridership_tracking, school_bus_tracking_systems, school_bus_tracking_app
If a school district were looking for a single piece of software which would do the most to streamline its operations and potentially cut costs, school bus routing software is easily one of the best options. It's an affordable all-in-one package that will ..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Everyone says, “Think of the children!” when it comes to school bus tracking, but perhaps we should be saying, “Think of the parents!” instead. Discussions about bus tracking tend to revolve around the many safety benefits that tracking brings to students,..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, student_gps_tracking, school_bus_gps_tracking, student_tracking_technology
It’s generally agreed that loading and unloading are the most dangerous times for a child riding a school bus. In fact, the loading and unloading area is even occasionally referred to “the danger zone” because of how many problems could potentially occur. ..
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency
Bullying is a hot topic at the moment, with many seeing the proliferation of bullying as one of the biggest problems in modern school districts. Administrators are under pressure to cut down on bullying and, in particular, shield disabled students from att..
school_bus_bullying, bullying, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, school_bus_drivers
While politicians may still argue over the impact of global climate change, few people on the ground still seriously doubt that climate change is real - and it's causing a lot of unpredictable weather. School districts and school bus drivers need to be pre..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_drivers, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
How long has it been since your school district updated its bus routing and tracking policies?
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_transportation_software, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization
A very stressful moment for both the driver in the fleet and the transportation team keeping track of the fleet is that moment of no communication. Whether it is because there's a problem with the radios or phones currently implemented or something else en..
transportation_management_services, Dispatch_Software, school_bus_routing_software, bus_tracking, vehicle_tracking_software
For many districts, onboard video camera systems represent an excellent solution to many school bus security issues. With video cameras, you can keep a close eye on the behavior of students and drivers, while always having footage available if there are di..
transportation_management_services, Student_School_Bus_Safety, School_Bus_Security, School_Bus_Surveillance, school_bus_route_optimization
Due to the amount of competition involved in winning bids from school bus transportation programs, contractors must provide services that give them an advantage over competitors. GPS vehicle tracking and bus routing software offer benefits that manually cr..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, gps_vehicle_tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, vehicle_tracking_software
If you are investigating the possibility of upgrading your bus fleet to use alternative fuel systems, you have a lot of choices. Green fuels can potentially lower the emissions of your school buses, which in turn can reduce school bus maintenance costs; bu..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_maintenance, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software
Timing is everything when it comes to new investments. After all, there's no time like the present crisis to get approval for projects you've needed for months!
Student_Tracking_Software, transportation_management_services, routing_and_scheduling_software, school_bus_routing_software, routing_software
It’s a situation bus drivers have seen countless times: They bring the bus to a stop, extend the stop-arm, begin to let students disembark – only to see a car behind them ignore the stop sign and speed past. Every time this happens, children are endangered..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, stop-arm_camera_technology, Student_School_Bus_Safety
To outsource or not to outsource? For decades, this has been a pressing question which student bus transportation coordinators have wrestled with. A recent study by The Mackinac Center for Public Policy looked at outsourcing by school districts in several ..
Transportation_Management_Software, student_bus_transportation, contracted_services, Pennsylvania_school_buses, school_bus_route_planning_software
Are you having much luck hiring new school bus drivers? If you're like many districts around the country, this is a constant source of frustration. The bus driver shortage shows no signs of abating, with some outlets even referring to it as "the new norm."..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, student_transportation_software, school_bus_drivers, school_bus_route_planning_software
One of the cornerstones of a proper school bus safety training program is an emphasis on the "Danger Zone." That is, the area immediately surrounding the school bus where children could be in danger of being hit by other cars - or the bus itself - and are ..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_safety, Student_School_Bus_Safety, vehicle_tracking_software
Many parents are shocked when they discover their school district does not use up-to-date fleet management techniques for creating school bus routes. Parents assume their children board the same bus every day, but this is sometimes not true when districts ..
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_routing_software, route_optimization, bus_route_optimization, Student_Safety, school_bus_safety
As difficult and frustrating as city driving can be in an automobile, the problems are multiplied when driving a school bus. Buses can be up to 45 feet long, which makes maneuvering them around city corners a real challenge. Plus, with a full load of passe..
Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_driver_training, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_optimization
If you follow school bus safety news at all, it’s hard to avoid headlines about students being accidentally left behind on buses. It happens several times a year, at a minimum, and always causes concern. Sometimes the police are involved. Sometimes, career..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Out of all the jobs a school does, there's probably none that's more central or vital than protecting the students in its care. Unfortunately, it seems like there's been a rash of incidents lately with schools running buses that are dangerously overcrowded..
school_bus_management, Student_Safety, Student_Tracking_Software, student_management_software, school_bus_routing_software
When managing a school bus transportation network, there are a lot of factors to keep track of, and sometimes it's easy to let the little things slip by. However, in the case of school bus idling, it's a little thing that adds up to big problems! Your driv..
Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_idling, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
The choice to implement student GPS tracking within your school district is a major decision that requires a great deal of dialogue among administrators and other school district employees. Understandably, those in charge of making the decision on student ..
transportation_management_services, student_gps_tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, vehicle_tracking_software
When managing a school bus transportation network, there are a lot of factors to keep track of, and sometimes it's easy to let the little things slip by. However, in the case of school bus idling, it's a little thing that adds up to big problems! Your driv..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_tracking_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_idling, vehicle_tracking_software
Bullying is a hot topic at the moment, with many seeing the proliferation of bullying as one of the biggest problems in modern school districts. Administrators are under pressure to cut down on bullying and, in particular, shield disabled students from att..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_bullying, bullying, school_bus_drivers, RFID_student_ridership_tracking
Far too many school districts have difficulty recruiting and keeping bus drivers, often making do with a bare minimum number of drivers. This creates challenges in the best of times but can pose a serious problem if a driver is absent and no backup is avai..
school_bus_routing_software, Driver, Drivers, School_Buses, School_bus_industry
Most days, school bus passenger loading and unloading is safe and timely. Districts input pickup wait times (3 minutes is average) and drop-off times based on historical data their software provides. But complications including weather and traffic can impa..
Fleet_Tracking_Systems, School_Bus_Routing, School_Bus_Technology, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_bus_industry, School_Bus_Routing_System
One definition of “change management” is that it is the intentional route traveled by an organization – school district or transportation service providers, for example – from where you are to where you want to be. There are few surprises if the change is ..
BusBoss, School_Bus_Routing, GIS_routing_systems, school_bus_software, School_Bus_Technology, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_bus_industry
Every student record update begins with one person. And therein lies the challenge: If that one person’s pupil-information update within his or her specific records platform doesn’t integrate across all software platforms… Well, you’ve seen the result.
BusBoss, Student_Tracking_Software, School_Bus_Routing, School_Buses, Student_Transportation, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_bus_fleet_development
You may also have fewer bus drivers than you’d like. You need to keep costs to a minimum. But it’s more important than ever to have well-optimized routes for your school buses. This is why, for years, most school districts have adopted bus routing software..
school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Technology, School_bus_fleet_development, School_bus_industry, School_Bus_Routing_System
As a school district transportation coordinator, it's vital to ensure your buses are always fit for duty. Typically this involves focusing on repair and maintenance issues. However, it can be easy to overlook one other crucial matter: credentials. Your dri..
BusBoss, School_Bus_Routing, School_Bus_Technology, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_Bus_Routing_System
Managing a school district’s transportation system has never been easy, and it seems to be getting harder. While the industry has largely recovered from COVID disruptions, there are still numerous pressing issues facing district transportation managers acr..
Transportation_Management_Software, School_Buses, student_transportation_software, school_bus_transportation, School_bus_industry
School buses are among the safest forms of transportation ever created, but there are still times during a bus's route that the students may be in danger - and no situation is more dangerous than when students are getting on or off the bus. One of the most..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_safety, RFID_student_ridership_tracking, route_efficiency, vehicle_tracking_software
School districts across North America are experiencing the realities of shrinking budgets. Unfortunately, when budgets are slashed, transportation departments are often the hardest hit. As students and parents consider the impact of canceled field trips an..
school_transportation_costs, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_transportation, school_bus_transportation_software
Given how badly the school bus driver shortage is affecting school districts around the country, it's absolutely vital that school transportation directors and administrations do whatever they can to retain the drivers on their payroll. In many areas, this..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, Drivers, school_bus_tracking_software, school_bus_drivers
Subject: Student GPS Tracking Helps Keep Riders Safe Meta Description: School districts across North America use student GPS tracking systems to keep students safe and minimize costs.
school_bus_routing_software, GPS_Tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Without a doubt, one of the biggest threats to the safety of students riding school buses is other drivers. Illegal school bus passing is a huge problem nationwide. Ongoing studies in recent years have suggested that it happens tens of thousands of times e..
transportation_management_services, RFID_student_ridership_tracking, Student_School_Bus_Safety, illegal_school_bus_passing, route_efficiency
There are things we do in BusBoss to minimize left turns, but we do not prevent them. Specifically, in the routing algorithm, we assign a "value" for navigating an intersection. It's not exactly like this, but it's close enough for discussion purposes.
Transportation_Management_Software, bus_routing_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software
During the early 1900s…states distributed funds to school districts based on “flat grants…” one basic dollar amount per student to each district regardless of its wealth or need. -The Process of Education Reform
BusBoss, School_Buses, School_Bus_Technology, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_bus_industry, school_transportation_management
In 2016, the Maine Department of Education performed a Transportation Case Study. Software for school bus transportation had never been used, and its implementation enabled the transportation department to replace manual bus-routing processes with technolo..
BusBoss, GIS_technology, GIS_routing_systems, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, school_transportation_software
On January 31, 2019, a driver in Tamarac, Florida, had to deal with one of the nightmare scenarios most school bus drivers hope they never have to handle - a fire onboard the bus. For reasons still under investigation, black smoke started coming out of the..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_tracking_software, school_bus_drivers, school_bus_route_planning_software
Students standing in overloaded school bus aisles? That’s the situation some districts are facing, and it’s understatedly dangerous. Most U.S. school buses don’t have overhead handholds, so an unexpected fast stop can send kids tumbling.
transportation_management_services, School_Buses, school_bus_driver_shortage, School_bus_driver_trainig, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Subject: Practical Tips for Improving Student Rider Safety Meta Description: School buses are considered one of the safest modes of student transportation, but these practical tips can up the level of student rider safety that your district provides. Each ..
Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, RFID_student_ridership_tracking, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
As a school district transportation coordinator, it's vital to ensure your buses are always fit for duty. Typically this involves focusing on repair and maintenance issues. However, it can be easy to overlook one other crucial matter: credentials.
transportation_management_services, school_bus_drivers, School_bus_driver_trainig, School_bus_driver_safety, school_bus_route_planning_software
There's a lot to keep track of when managing a school district's bus fleet - but don't allow basic licensing and other credentials to go overlooked! Your drivers' licenses and insurance must be maintained, and your buses will also require regular inspectio..
BusBoss, transportation_management_services, school_bus_driver, school_bus_driver_shortage, school_bus_driver_training, Student_School_Bus_Safety
Most experts agree that taking students on field trips is a positive educational experience. A recent study cited by the National Education Foundation found that, regardless of a student’s socioeconomic status, gender or ethnicity, students who take field ..
routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, field_trip_budget, field_trip_route_planning_software
School bus routing software is rapidly catching on with school districts and transportation management companies around the U.S. for its ability to improve route optimization and render significant cost-savings.
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, route_efficiency
Major policy decisions are based on school districts’ federal and state reporting as are billions of dollars in funding. It was 2018 when Education Week revealed “wild” data inaccuracies in federal desegregation data. Also that year, National Public Radio ..
Student_Tracking_Software, student_ridership, school_bus_software, Yellow_School_Bus, school_bus_reporting
Shared transportation services can provide many benefits to school districts, including cost savings and efficiency increases. But what benefits do cooperative educational services such as these provide to schools that have students with special needs? No ..
bus_routing_software, route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_fleet_optimization, fleet_maintenance, propane_fueled_buses, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
Districts everywhere are suffering from a lack of school bus drivers, and the shortage shows no signs of going away. If you’re going to get the drivers you need, you often have to be more clever than other recruiters. In previous blogs, we’ve covered many ..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_drivers, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
School transportation directors: are you keeping the needs of your bus drivers in mind? They have to juggle a lot of responsibilities on the road, while still keeping their passengers safe. There's a lot you can do to make their lives easier, while also he..
school_bus_policies, School_Bus_Fleet_Management, School_Bus_Routing_System, route_efficiency, school_bus_operations
School bus safety is critical at all times of the year, but it's particularly crucial during the winter months. Snowy weather and icy roads present some of the biggest dangers a bus and its passengers can face, yet your drivers will be called on to drive i..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_safety_tips
Getting students safely to and from school is a priority for everyone. However many school districts are experiencing a shortage in school bus drivers. School bus driver shortage is an ongoing challenge that districts repeatedly face before, during and thr..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_management, transportation_management_services, school_bus_driver, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
GPS vehicle tracking is a very well-established technology at this point, in use by fleet systems and individual drivers all over the world. It's safe, reliable, and even as you read this, there are likely thousands of people using GPS to get where they ne..
Student_Tracking_Software, gps_vehicle_tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, vehicle_tracking_software
Every student in your transportation system needs to be protected, but special-needs students typically require extra accommodations. Special education transportation creates challenges for district bus systems, particularly because students may require cu..
Transportation_Management_Software, special_needs_students, school_bus_routing_software, special_needs_student_transportation, student_bus_transportation, student_transportation_software, route_efficiency
Houston parents were concerned and then angry about hours-long school bus routes for the district’s student-passengers. “The kids get off the bus and they rush to the bathroom,” said one mom. Another parent said he tracked his student; after one hour on th..
bus_routing_software, bus_routing, routing_and_scheduling_software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_fleet, GIS_routing_systems, student_transportation_software, school_bus, route_efficiency
When a school district oversees hundreds or thousands of children per day, it’s always a possibility a child will get lost in the shuffle. This is an extremely serious situation, but most of the time, the child can be located if everyone involved keeps a c..
Transportation_Management_Software, BusBoss, school_bus_routing_software, School_Buses, school_bus_tracking_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, missing_children
Discover the importance of optimizing school bus routes for efficient transportation and explore the latest trends in school bus routing.
bus_route_optimization, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
School district years are August-May or September-June. But for many districts, planning for the 2024-2025 school year begins before January. One of the top priorities this year will be student transportation and how to get kids to and from school without ..
Transportation_Management_Software, BusBoss, school_bus_routing_software, Driver, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_driver_shortages, route_efficiency, driver_shortages, vehicle_tracking_software
School districts are scrambling to find answers to the problems of safe, efficient, affordable student transportation in the 21st century. Today’s challenges are nothing new, but our technology – where it exists – is outdated and inefficient.
BusBoss, school_bus_routing_software, School_Buses, school_bus_tracking_software, school_bus_software, School_bus_fleet_development, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
At this point, the issue of creating static school bus routes has been largely solved. Modern bus routing software can work with even the largest districts, chewing through thousands of potential routes for hundreds of buses to deliver optimized solutions...
Transportation_Management_Software, BusBoss, school_bus_routing_software, GPS_Tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, GPS_Student_Tracking, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Most of us cite 2020, the year of COVID-19, as the beginning of the school transportation driver shortage. Yes, the current school bus driver shortage is making global headlines, but student transportation industry issues have always existed. In 1950, seve..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Routing, School_Buses, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, school_bus_transportation, School_Bus_Technology, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Few school districts have ever struggled with having "too much" money, and budgets are tight most of the time. However, things are particularly bad now. With the coronavirus outbreak continuing to create challenges, schools are having to spend a lot of mon..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
It's hard to believe that just a few decades ago, all school record-keeping was done by hand. Today, a good database-driven school management system is absolutely a necessity. Between the proliferation of helicopter parenting and ever-increasing societal f..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Many states have laws that prevent registered sex offenders from living too close to schools and parks, but I am not aware of any that restricts their residence based on bus stop location. Given that suburban and rural America is splattered with bus stops,..
Student_Tracking_Software, School_Bus_Stop, Sex_Offender, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
All too often, being a bus driver can feel like a thankless job. School bus drivers have to work genuinely inconvenient hours, and spend most of their time on the job getting yelled at by their passengers, district parents, or both. Not to mention the stre..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Discover how school bus routing software can revolutionize transportation efficiency and streamline operations for schools.
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Good parental communication is a cornerstone of a successful school transportation system. Parents need to be kept in the loop regarding buses, schedules, pickup/dropoff points, and more. A smoothly functioning bus system keeps parents “on board” with ever..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, parent_notifications, GPS_Parent_App, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, state_reporting, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
School transportation systems are becoming ever harder to manage in the 2020s. Budgets are flat, or even being cut, even as more burdens are placed on district transportation systems. Even as districts struggle to keep their buses running and ensuring thei..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, going_green, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, Greener_school_buses, 5G_for_school_buses, route_efficiency, state_reporting, school_bus_route_planning_software, green_initiatives, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Throughout 2023 and into the next few years, school bus transportation may see systemic shifts in student ridership trends. These patterns and trends are causing parents and schools to explore alternative transportation methods as well as software solution..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, state_reporting, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
When developing policies and choosing technology investments into your school bus fleet, are you taking the student experience into account? It's easy to overlook the students when planning bus policies, but catering to them can bring real benefits. When t..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Technology investments in your school bus fleet are a tricky business because you need to have one eye on your current needs, and the other eye on the future. Any purchase should be as "future-proofed" as possible, intended to be used for many years, and c..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
When it comes to school transportation, you might not immediately think of environmental impact and cost efficiency. However, schools across the country are now adopting green initiatives to not only reduce their carbon footprint but also save valuable res..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, Greener_school_buses, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Student GPS tracking has been a topic of hot debate amongst parents. While certain myths about student tracking have been spread around, the benefits of this added safety feature to school bus routing software have proven to be far more powerful than the m..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
When training and maintaining your school bus drivers, few topics are more important than bus safety. School buses are among the safest types of transportation on the road, but that requires drivers who are driving properly and aware of the limitations of ..
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Millions of students ride school buses each day, and they are considered to be one of the safest forms of transportation. Unfortunately, emergencies do happen and it’s important for drivers to be prepared, especially when they transport students with disab..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
These are hard times for school bus transportation directors. Costs are rising, while bus drivers are becoming increasingly difficult to find and retain. You need to keep up with modern best practices without costing too much, and ideally reducing costs wh..
transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
High-profile school bus tragedies such as the crash that took the lives of six students in Tennessee have parents concerned across the country. With an uptick in bullying and school violence, there is also valid worry about these incidents carrying over to..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
School buses have been a cornerstone of student transportation and education for over a century. But did you know that their fascinating history dates back to the early days of carriages drawn by horses?
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Student bus transportation safety is an all-important topic, and one which tends to become controversial whenever there's any sort of incident involving a bus accident. The tendency of the media to blow up any accident can often overshadow how incredibly s..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
In recent years, school districts around the country have had to improve security in response to ever more shootings, violence, and even terrorist activity. It's a dangerous world, and schools have to be prepared. However, all too often a district will foc..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Most students love field trips - but most teachers and administrators dread them. Field trips can be a great experience, or just get the kids out of a stuffy classroom for a day, but the actuality of wrangling the students can be incredibly stressful. Ther..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
When a school bus is on the road, nothing is more important than ensuring the safety of its passengers. While there are numerous ways a bus can be designed to improve safety, your drivers cannot be overlooked! New technologies are making it easier for driv..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Schools reopening this fall are almost certainly going to be making significant changes to their buses and routing, in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus. If these changes are going to involve adding new bus stops - such as to prevent too many students f..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
If your district is looking for better ways to communicate with parents about your transportation system, one of the best options is setting up a parental portal app. Parent portal apps are protected and secured interfaces which allow recognized parents an..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Finding ways to save more money for education is always a valid and worthwhile endeavor, as there can’t be an upper price placed on your children’s education. However, whether your district chooses to consolidate the total number of schools into a smaller ..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
When it comes to "classic designs," it's hard to get more classic than the big yellow school bus. The basic look of American school buses was cemented in the 1940s, and hasn't changed much since... but the technology inside them has. Modern school bus desi..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Does your school district need an all-in-one software solution for keeping up with your students? After all, one of the biggest issues when schools look at updating their computer systems is the problem of systems integration. Ultimately, , since otherwise..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_ridership, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
For those overseeing school district transportation, keeping students safe is the top priority. As students travel to school every day, it's important to have confidence in the transportation system. But thanks to new technology, there are even better ways..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, GPS_Student_Tracking, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software, vehicle_tracking_software
School-related violence is on the rise in the United States and this has parents and school district officials worried about the safety of students on buses. Bus drivers work in tight spaces and must constantly multitask. This stressful environment can be ..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
As a school administrator or transportation coordinator, you are well aware of the complexities involved in managing transportation efficiently. Coordinating multiple bus routes, accommodating student locations, and ensuring timely arrivals and departures ..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Student GPS tracking has been a topic of hot debate amongst parents. While certain myths about student tracking have been spread around, the benefits of this added safety feature to school bus routing software have proven to be far more powerful than the m..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Supervising a school bus fleet can often feel like a challenging task. Ensuring the safety and efficiency of your school transportation system is of most importance. Fortunately, with the advent of technology, there are now advanced school bus fleet manage..
Transportation_Management_Software, Fleet_Tracking_Systems, school_bus_routing_software, GPS_Tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, Student_Transportation_Technology, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
When it comes to drawing up bus routes, most districts try to do it at the beginning of the school year and stick with it. Sometimes that’s just not possible, and circumstances beyond their control dictate that routes may have to be re-planned during the s..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Proper training of school bus drivers means preparing them for as many on-road eventualities as possible, including ones which are relatively rare. One of the rarest – but most dangerous – is the possibility of one or more buses being on their routes when ..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Many states have laws that prevent registered sex offenders from living too close to schools and parks, but I am not aware of any that restricts their residence based on bus stop location. Given that suburban and rural America is splattered with bus stops,..
Transportation_Management_Software, Sex_Offender, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
It seems to happen so rarely, but doesn't your school district run more smoothly when everyone's more-or-less satisfied?
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Throughout the many years BusBoss has been bringing school districts transportation management software, we have heard numerous stories about school bus accidents, and these accidents are deeply troubling to us.
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
With school district finances being stretched to the max, administrators are being asked to find innovative solutions for saving money to avoid cutting programs. School District transportation departments are often called upon to minimize their budgets and..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
The current shortage of school bus drivers is really a twofold problem. Part of the problem is recruitment, but the other part is in retention. School bus drivers have a turnover rate that's significantly higher than average - particularly when it comes to..
Transportation_Management_Software, transportation_management_services, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
No one likes to contemplate the idea of a school bus being involved in a major accident, such as one which leads to it flipping or rolling. But, the reality is that such accidents are always a possibility. Even the best-trained school bus driver can be und..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Even though big yellow buses are most commonly associated with schools, that doesn't mean school bus transportation is only about schools. A fleet of buses is a genuine asset for any community, and they can be put to creative use in ways that go beyond the..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
More and more districts are starting to adopt GPS tracking systems in their buses, to help them track and optimize their fleets. However, GPS systems can have another big benefit. When paired with the right school bus GPS parent app, it can make life easie..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, GPS_Parent_App, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Scheduling safe school bus routes is a serious initiative for every school district. As a school administrator, transportation manager or transportation contractor, your main goal is to get students to and from school safely, every day.
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
For hundreds of years, field trips have been a tried and true teaching technique. Taking students out of a classroom and into a "real world" situation has always been a good way of reinforcing the lessons, and showing that they aren't just abstract exercis..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
Bullying in the educational setting is a problem that has captured the attention of school districts across North America. Anytime the physical and emotional safety of a child is threatened, their ability to learn decreases. According to the U.S. Departmen..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
A school bus tracking app for keeping track of students is a priority that is increasing in importance in school districts across North America and around the world. One of the easiest and most cost-efficient ways to track students is by utilizing an ID sy..
Transportation_Management_Software, Student_Tracking_Software, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_tracking_software, student_transportation_software, Student_School_Bus_Safety, route_efficiency, school_bus_route_planning_software, school_bus_route_optimization, school_bus_route_scheduling_software
School bus transportation is one of the easiest and safest ways for students to get to and from school. Students with special needs, however, may need certain accommodations to ride the bus safely. School districts across the country are assessing the effe..
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There are a lot of factors behind the current shortage of school bus drivers. One of the biggest reasons is that school bus driving can be seen as an unattractive career choice. There are many common problems and complaints about school bus driving which c..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_driver, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
Many challenges face school district transportation managers when it comes to the current bus driver shortage, but one of the biggest issues is keeping driver quality high. Even when good drivers are hard to find, that can never justify hiring a bad driver..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
More and more districts are starting to adopt GPS tracking systems in their buses, to help them track and optimize their fleets. However, GPS systems can have another big benefit. When paired with the right school bus GPS parent app, it can make life easie..
school_bus_routing_software, GPS_Parent_App
Autism is a term frequently used to describe a group of neuro-developmental disorders. Students on the autism spectrum generally experience challenges related to communication, social interaction and restrictive or repetitive interests or behaviors. These ..
school_bus_safety, special_needs_student_transportation, students_with_autism, school_bus_transportation
The subject of child safety restraint systems such as seat belts on school buses has been hotly debated for many years. Properly installed child safety restraint systems keep small children restrained in their seats during bus travel. They can come install..
seat_belts, school_bus_safety, school_bus_transportation_software, child_restraints, restraint_systems
Out of all the jobs a school does, there's probably none that's more central or vital than protecting the students in its care. Unfortunately, it seems like there's been a rash of incidents lately with schools running buses that are dangerously overcrowded..
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Technology is making lives easier in just about every way, and school districts are now harnessing the power of these advancements to keep students safe. RFID student ridership tracking has been implemented in school buses around the country, and these sys..
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There are things we do in BusBoss to minimize left turns, but we do not prevent them. Specifically, in the routing algorithm, we assign a "value" for navigating an intersection. It's not exactly like this, but it's close enough for discussion purposes.
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As a parent and a school administrator, your greatest concern is the safety of your kids. You need to know exactly where they are, what they are doing and what their parents are saying about where they should be. With many incidents of child abduction and ..
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School Bus Safety is an often neglected topic for many people, which is unfortunate because millions of students are transported daily on school buses. We have a civic responsibility to promote school bus safety whenever, and wherever, we can.
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Has your district recently reviewed their policies for dealing with wheelchair-bound students on school buses? Ever since the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1976, schools have been required to make accommodations for children in wheelchairs,..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
One of the biggest mistakes we occasionally see people make in regards to bus driving is believing that school bus safety begins and ends on the school bus itself. It's understandable how someone might take a reductive view on the matter since, after all, ..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
To outsource or not to outsource? For decades, this has been a pressing question which student bus transportation coordinators have wrestled with.
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Every year, more pressure is put on school districts to move away from older gasoline/diesel school buses, and to deploy electric vehicles (EVs) instead. EVs have become entirely viable for bus fleets while bringing numerous advantages. EVs require less ma..
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School bus drivers are typically required to complete extensive training before hitting the road. In most districts, this includes instruction for dealing with emergency situations. Deciding what topics should be covered can be a difficult decision because..
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Illegal passing of school buses is a major school bus safety concern. Though passing a stopped school bus is against the law in most areas, traffic codes vary from state to state. Because this poses such a threat to students, many local governments are cra..
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In recent years, school districts around the country have had to improve security in response to ever more shootings, violence, and even terrorist activity. It's a dangerous world, and schools have to be prepared. However, all too often a district will foc..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Security, school_bus_driver_shortages, inefficient_routes, outdated_routes, inaccurate_routes, route_efficiency, state_reporting, re-routing, bus_shortages
In many cities across the United States, morning and evening rush hour can be frustrating and a difficult undertaking. This issue is no different for school buses as they hit the same local traffic as other motorists. Through the use of modern technology t..
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Until recently, diesel fuel was associated with school buses that were loud, dirty and smelled bad. Over the past several years, diesel has become cleaner, though certain myths still exist about its true environmental impact. School buses provide reliable ..
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One of the most frustrating and difficult responsibilities when it comes to managing an entire fleet of transportation vehicles, whether it is cars or buses, is making sure that all of those vehicles are where they need to be, on time, and don't have any m..
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There are many challenges involved in running and managing a school transportation system, but the issue of transporting special needs children is its own special category. Because schools are generally obligated to provide services and work around the nee..
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