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..
bus_routing, route_planning, route_software
It’s no secret that school districts across North America are looking into alternative fuels for their pupil transportation, not only to minimize negative impact on the environment, but also to save money. While a majority of school buses are still powered..
Save_Route_Costs, propane_fueled_buses, Pupil_Transportation_Considerations, pupil_transportation_planning, going_green, pupil_transportation, transportation_costs
BusBoss does a great job of automatically locating addresses, but there are times when it cannot find the school’s location. When this happens, you can use google maps to manually locate schools in BusBoss. Here’s how…
BusBoss, route_planning, school
Each day, school buses transport students around North America to and from school, special programs, field trips and sporting events. Parents and administrators rely on transportation departments to keep students safe, and tire care should be part of any e..
school_bus_safety, fleet_maintenance, tire_safety
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..
school_bus_safety, illegal_passing
Each day, more than half of America’s K-12 students take the bus to school. In fact, the school bus industry is the largest form of mass transit in the U.S. School buses keep cars off the road and the environment cleaner. Making sure that school buses run ..
bus_routing, transportation_routing_software, route_planning, routing_software
School buses are widely regarded as some of the safest, most reliable vehicles on the road; however, brake problems have been noted on buses manufactured by major brands. The frequent stopping of school buses can place stress on brakes, so keeping an eye o..
fleet_maintenance, brake_problems
When it comes to providing school bus driver training, the key to success is going beyond the basics. Of course, a bus driver must know how to safely maneuver a bus, but the job of a school bus driver is filled with complexities that must be prepared for. ..
school_bus_safety, driver_training, school_transportation_safety
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, school_bus_routing_software, school_transportation, school_bus_transportation_software
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 ..
fleet_maintenance, diesel_fuel
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..
school_bus_driver, school_bus_bullying, bullying, school_bus_safety, training_drivers
Illegal passing of school buses is a huge safety concern for school bus transportation officials. In a 2013 report for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, during a single-day count, school bus drivers documented over 3,000 vehicles illegal..
school_bus_safety, school_bus_transportation_software, illegal_passing, stop-arm_camera_technology
Special needs students across North America rely on school bus transportation to get them safely to and from school. Though traffic laws and regulations surrounding the safe transport of students of all abilities differ from state to state and district to ..
special_needs_students, special_needs_student_transportation, driver_training
There is no denying that technology advances are affecting the way we work and live our lives. This is especially true when it comes to student transportation. Advances to the transportation industry in general are mind-boggling. Many cars and buses now co..
Student_Safety, student_tracking_systems, Student_Transportation, rfid_technology, gps_tracking_technology
School buses are well known for their safety and reliability. In fact, they represent the largest form of public transportation in the country. Parents trust school transportation programs to keep their kids safe, and video surveillance is helping school d..
school, school_bus_transportation_software, school_bus_transparency, student_bus_transportation, video_surveillance, bus, transportation, cameras
Across the country, school districts are facing budget cuts, forcing transportation departments to make the most out of every dollar. Optimizing routes for maximum efficiency is one of the best ways to save on fuel and staffing costs, while ensuring studen..
bus_routing_software, route_planning, bus_route_optimization, route_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..
school_bus_bullying, bully, bullying, bullies
School buses are truly the country’s largest public transportation systems. In recent years, incidents around the country have forced the important issue of student safety to the forefront. As parents, teachers and administrators advocate for increased sec..
school_bus_driver, school_bus_safety, bus_driver_monitors
School bus seat belt laws exist in six states; however, some argue that bus seat belts are unnecessary, and even potentially dangerous. It’s a hot topic with parents and school administrators, and this school bus safety issue is certainly worth the continu..
school_bus_routing_software, seat_belts, school_bus_safety, school_bus_fleet
School districts and their transportation departments are often required to make tough calls to ensure student safety. One of the many challenges that administrators face is inclement weather, no matter the time of the year. Depending on where in North Ame..
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, transportation_management, pupil_transportation_planning
Introduced in the 1990s, electronic stability control is a computerized technology that improves the stability of a vehicle by detecting loss of traction, or skidding. Electronic stability control is now available on some school buses, and many districts a..
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_safety, school_bus_fleet, electronic_stability_control
In an ideal world, school districts would be able to set their routes and utilize them year after year. The reality is, expanding student populations, redistricting, and rising costs mean that school transportation administrators must keep a constant eye o..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Routing, school_bus_scheduling
If you have been wondering if incorporating a satellite tracking app system for your school bus fleet is really worth the investment, there is strong evidence to indicate that it is. There are many benefits to utilizing this technology, and student safety ..
GPS_Tracking, school_bus_tracking_software, Satellite_Tracking_Apps_for_School_Buses, student_ridership
No matter the size of your fleet, implementing the right fleet management software will keep your students safer and save your district money. You understand the benefits of great transportation software, but with today’s rapid technology advances, how do ..
bus_routing_software, route_optimization, gps_vehicle_tracking, school_bus_routing_software, GPS_Tracking, school_bus_gps_tracking, fleet_management_software
School districts with budget constraints and looming cuts are seeking out ways to get the most bang for their buck. Many are finding that bus route optimization is the perfect solution for saving money.
bus_routing, bus_route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, fleet_optimization, school_bus_fleet_optimization
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 ..
bus_routing_software, school_bus_fleet_optimization, fleet_maintenance, propane_fueled_buses
The jobs of school bus drivers and transportation administrators are vitally important. As the adults responsible for getting students to and from school, field trips, and special events safely, taking appropriate precautions to prepare for and respond to ..
gps_vehicle_tracking, GPS_Tracking, school_bus_maintenance, school_bus_fleet, school_bus_tracking_software, gps_tracking_software
Today’s technology allows parents and school district employees to determine if a student is on a bus, in real-time. The ever-increasing use of smart phones and tablets means that more and more people expect to have access to information about their childr..
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_transportation_software, track_attendance, student_bus_ridership, student_ridership
School buses are often exposed to extreme conditions, and the winter months can be particularly hard on your fleet. The addition of ice, snow and chilly weather to an already strained bus can lead to tire slippage, engine trouble and rust. Winter weather c..
school_bus_management, school_bus_safety, school_bus_maintenance, school_bus_fleet
Student safety is the number one priority for school transportation professionals. With over 55% of US students riding school buses, finding the best way to operate a fleet impacts millions of students across the country. School districts are facing great ..
GPS_Tracking, school_bus_safety, school_bus_finder, student_ridership
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 system.Meta Description: Student..
Student_Safety, transport_software, student_tracking
Each day, over twenty three million students begin their day with a ride on a school bus. For school transportation experts, student and driver safety is a top priority. Each year, the National Association for Pupil Transportation organizes the National Sc..
GPS_Tracking, school_bus_safety, school_bus_gps_tracking
Though school buses have not always been known for their fuel efficiency, many school districts across the U.S. and Canada have been making the switch to alternative fuel sources and environmentally friendly transportation management system options. This s..
school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Routing, alternative_fuel
School districts throughout North America are being urged to up the level of safety they provide to their students, while at the same time cutting costs. While this is not an easy feat, it’s also not impossible, due to ever advancing transportation industr..
vehicle_routing_software, vehicle_monitoring, gps_vehicle_tracking, GPS_Tracking
School districts across North America are employing several transportation management solutions to increase fuel efficiency and cut costs. Investing in fuel-efficient tires for their buses is one chosen strategy. The question is, do tires designed for fuel..
school_bus_management, School_Bus_Routing, fuel_efficiency, fuel_efficient_tires
There are certainly pros and cons to outsourcing student transportation, and many administrators hold strong opinions on the matter. With more and more districts facing the stark reality of decreased budgets, transportation outsourcing is becoming a common..
bus_routing_software, school_bus_routing_software, School_Bus_Routing, Student_Transportation, transportation_outsourcing
According to a recent survey commissioned by the American School Bus Council, six in ten parents are concerned about having their children ride on school buses. While the reasons behind their worries ranged from accidents to bullying, unsafe drivers and la..
school_bus_routing_software, school_bus_driver, school_bus_safety, Distracted_Drivers, Drivers
Education budgets are tight, and in many school districts, the transportation department is one of the first areas to experience cuts. School districts throughout North America are being urged to up their student safety standards, while at the same time cu..
route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software, bus_route_planning
The practice of equipping school buses with Wi-Fi is growing in popularity across the U.S., and it’s easy to understand why. School buses are no longer used just for taking students to and from school. As more school districts are pushing to provide intern..
routing_software, GPS_Tracking, School_Buses
When it comes to passing school buses, motorists in each state are subject to a different set of laws and regulations. Though most motorists understand the safety risks of illegally passing a bus, it remains a consistent, though dangerous, practice. In fac..
school_bus_safety, threat_zone
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.
student_gps_tracking, school_bus_safety, accidents
While creating safe and efficient school bus routes is the main focus of most school district transportation programs, protecting student, parent and school data should be a major priority. School transportation software offers benefits such as route optim..
routing_software, single_sign_on, data_protection
School districts searching for the right transportation routing software to suit their fleet management needs often have questions about how they can customize routing programs. Every school transportation program has different requirements when it comes t..
bus_routing_software, student_management, fleet_optimization
Transporting special needs students to and from school is a challenge for many bus drivers, even when school bus routes are organized and a school district’s fleet management is effective.
student_management, special_needs_students, routing_software
Few school district transportation employees look forward to coming back to work after summer break. For most transportation staff, this is the time of year they must complete route optimization tasks, either manually or with outdated software. If your cur..
route_optimization, route_management_software, school_bus_routing_software
One of the primary concerns of school district administrators seeking to use fleet management and GPS tracking software for route optimization is the amount of time the implementation process takes.
route_optimization, route_management_software, fleet_optimization, bus_route_planning
When assessing your school district’s transportation program, there are a number of factors to analyze that make up a successful program. Cost management and benchmarking goals play an important role in determining how well your program operates.
bus_routing, route_optimization, gps_vehicle_fleet_tracking
Field trips have a proven track record of engaging students outside of the classroom and paving the way to a successful educational future. As every school transportation program administrator knows, however, field trips are not always simple to plan.
bus_routing_software, managing_field_trips, field_trip_planning, field_trips
With the tightly packed schedules school bus transportation program employees face every day, there is little room for uncertainty in regards to the school bus routes drivers are expected to follow.
gps_vehicle_tracking
School bus driver satisfaction is an important goal for many transportation programs seeking to reduce employee turnover and provide beneficial work conditions to employees.
bus_routing_software
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..
gps_vehicle_tracking
4 Things Every Transportation Official Needs to Know Prior to understanding the industry of student transportation I knew my child got on a bus, with a driver and other children and was transported to school. It was simple right? How hard could it be? Now ..
School_Transportation_Director, bus_management_system
Schools have a long history of providing cultural experiences to students through the tradition of the school field trip. While there are expenses such as providing school bus transportation and planning bus routes associated with field trips, many schools..
GPS_Tracking
School transportation software makes bus route optimization and fleet management easier and more efficient for school district transportation administrators and contractors.
bus_routing_software
School districts investing in bus routing software know it is a financially beneficial decision that also increases student safety. These two positive attributes of school transportation software make fleet management simpler and more organized.
bus_routing_software
Orbit Software's goal has always been to give back. Using BusBoss bus routing software for route optimization! Allowing districts to allocate these savings to other programs that budget cuts have eliminated. Whether it be to the communities around them thr..
bus_routing_software, route_optimization, school_bus_routing_software
Driver fatigue has been the cause of many school bus accidents over the years. There are instances of school bus drivers falling asleep behind the wheel resulting in students being injured and in the most unfortunate of circumstances being killed.
school_bus_management, school_bus_safety, driver_fatigue
Retaining good school bus drivers continues to be an issue for transportation departments nationwide. Districts that offer competitive salaries as well as health and retirement benefits find it a lot easier to retain drivers. However, this may be difficult..
school_bus_management, school_bus_driver
If you have researched student tracking and bus routing software, you may already be aware of the opportunities these programs provide to improve student safety and achieve a significant return on initial investments. Student GPS tracking may be the best o..
Each year school buses transport approximately 24 million students to and from school, covering more than 4 billion miles. There has been much debate over whether seat belts should be required on school buses. At first thought, the answer seems to be an ob..
school_bus_management, seat_belts, school_bus_safety
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 ..
student_gps_tracking
While student GPS tracking may be an unfamiliar idea to parents in your school district, student tracking software has been proven to increase safety for children who are under your school district’s care. Bus tracking and school bus routing software not o..
bus_tracking
School bus driver shortages are occurring nationwide, so it is important for school districts to recruit and hire qualified candidates. Even though there is a driver shortage transportation officials should not relax hiring standards in order to rush and f..
school_bus_management, school_bus_driver
By now, you’ve likely heard a lot about student GPS tracking. Increasingly, districts are incorporating this technology into their schools for a variety of beneficial reasons. While student GPS tracking isn’t exactly new to school districts, its growing ac..
student_tracking
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..
school_bus_management, school_bus_driver
When it comes to student GPS tracking, data security, privacy rights and other legal issues are a big concern for some parents and school district members. It’s not uncommon for district members to be concerned with the safety and effectiveness of student ..
student_gps_tracking
The best way to eliminate school bus bullying is to create a supportive and positive school bus environment that recognizes bullying early and makes it unacceptable behavior. It’s very important that school officials, bus drivers and parents all get involv..
school_bus_management, school_bus_bullying, bullying
It is estimated that nearly one in five students are subjected to school bus bullying. A parent’s initial reaction may be to rush in and protect their child. However, this may not be the best response since parents cannot be present every time a bullying i..
school_bus_management, school_bus_bullying, bullying
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..
student_tracking
Students who are being bullied often exhibit some warning signs. If parents, school bus drivers, teachers and other school officials are aware of these signs they can take action to stop and work on reducing or eliminating the issues.
school_bus_management, school_bus_bullying, bullying
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
school_bus_management, school_bus_bullying, bullying
Are you fielding too many calls from frustrated parents fed up with inconsistent bus schedules impacting their morning routine?
bus_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.
bus_routing_software
Finding the right transportation management system for school bus routing comes down to doing your due diligence by asking the most important questions of any provider. You need to partner with the right provider to achieve bus routing efficiency and cost ..
transportation_management_services
Is your current manual bus routing system riddled with too many management issues? Are you looking for efficient school bus routing solutions? Don’t you wish you always had an answer when a parent calls concerned about their child’s whereabouts?
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.
school_bus_routing_software
In a perfect world – to protect your students and the environment, to cut back on unnecessary spending and to comply with clean-air government policies – you’d retrofit your bus fleet or upgrade to newer buses to limit your diesel exhaust emissions. Howeve..
route_optimization
Expectations are high for schools to provide transportation that is cost-efficient, safe and accountable. Schools are tasked with making the most of their resources while delivering A+ service to their students, parents and communities.
route_optimization, gps_vehicle_fleet_tracking, Safety, gps_vehicle_tracking, GPS_Tracking
Software integration is a matter of increasing concern for schools, as they come to embrace database-driven processes for improving their administrative practices. There's no doubt that electronic and paperless processes can be a huge boon to schools, as w..
bus_routing_software, software_integration, PowerSchool, Power_School, student_tracking_system, student_management_system, powerschool_integration, Pearson_PowerSchool, student_management_software
Whenever you take students anywhere on a bus, you're handling some of the most precious cargo that can ever be on our roads. Obviously, the safety of students should always be top priority. However, things get more complex when dealing with special needs s..
managing_field_trips, planning_and_scheduling_field_trips, law_and_field_trips, field_trips, special_needs_students
It's usually the little things that cause some of the biggest headaches.
bus_routing_software, software_integration, PowerSchool, Power_School, bus_software, powerschool_integration
School districts have legal, ethical and moral obligations to keep students reasonably safe and secure when in their care. This obligation extends beyond the school grounds into off-campus field trips. These off-site excursions open up students to potentia..
managing_field_trips, field_trip_planning, planning_and_scheduling_field_trips, law_and_field_trips
Field trips are educational experiences scheduled off-campus and planned by school personnel to reinforce classroom instruction. Field trips can be a wonderful experience for both teachers and students, providing a memorable learning experience.
managing_field_trips, field_trip_planning, planning_and_scheduling_field_trips
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..
gps_vehicle_tracking
The benefits of GPS vehicle tracking systems such as Zonar and Synovia go beyond simply ensuring the safety of your precious passengers. These are powerful tools which can revolutionize your fleet management, helping you optimize your system in ways that s..
route_optimization, student_tracking_systems, Save_Route_Costs, Vehicle_Monitoring_System, student_tracking_system, gps_vehicle_fleet_tracking, gps_vehicle_tracking, school_bus_routing_software, bus_tracking, GPS_Tracking
BusBoss is already the most powerful option on the market for large-scale school bus routing and transportation management. However, BusBoss can go even further! When you use software integration to pair BusBoss with the Pearson PowerSchool student managem..
bus_routing_software, student_management, software_integration, Pearson, PowerSchool, Power_School
Schools have long had a love-hate relationship with new technology. Administrators love finding new technological solutions that can save time and money -especially if it keeps students safer in the process- but parents are often wary about exposing their ..
Student_Safety, student_tracking_systems, transportation_management_services, student_tracking_sheet, gps_vehicle_fleet_tracking, student_tracking, gps_vehicle_tracking, GPS_Tracking
Transportation_Management_Software, school_bus_management, transportation_routing_software, school_management_system, routing_and_scheduling_software, route_planning_software, school_bus_routhing_software, overcrowded_Bus, Safety, gps_vehicle_tracking, school_bus_routing_software, routing_software
Since schools first started providing public transportation, the costs and difficulties involved in busing students have always been a significant concern. A school's transportation system can be one of the single biggest budget drains on a district, even ..
school_bus_management, routing_and_scheduling_software, school_bus_routing_software
Despite some initial controversy, RFID-based student tracking systems are beginning to be utilized around the country to make student bussing safer and more effective. In just the last couple years, programs have been implemented in Rockford, Denver, and i..
Student_Safety, Student_Tracking_Software, student_tracking_systems
How are you going to be managing the thousands of students, faculty, and other staff in your school system for next year? While you could continue to go with the old fashioned way of lots of paperwork and numerous headaches, there are much simpler solution..
student_management, school_management_system, Student_Safety
Having to track hundreds or thousands of students in the past was normally a paperwork nightmare. However, with advances in technology and being able to have students digitally sign in or have other technologically advanced means a much better and efficien..
student_tracking_sheet, school_bus_routing_software, Bus_Pass
If there are two watchwords for a modern school bus system, they should be “safety” and “efficiency.” Since a school's transportation budget can be one of their biggest money drains, virtually anything that decreases the costs of transportation will benefi..
bus_routing_software, bus_tracking, GPS_Tracking
Unified communications isn't just for big business any more. The technology and networking explosion of the last few years has made it possible for virtually any operation to benefit from "big data," not just the corporations. In fact, schools around the c..
bus_routing_software, transportation_routing_software, school_bus_routing_software
During the course of a school day, your students are probably in more danger during their daily busing than at any other time. Our road system is naturally hazardous. Anything a school district can do to reduce dangers to their students will pay off in bot..
bus_routing_software, bus_tracking, GPS_Tracking
Despite some initial controversy, RFID-based student tracking systems are beginning to be utilized around the country to make student bussing safer and more effective.
Student_Safety, Student_Tracking_Software, student_tracking_systems
Every day, millions of students get on board school buses, making them the most precious - and vulnerable- cargo on the road. One of a school's first and most important duties is ensuring those students reach their destination safely every time.
school_management_system, bus_driver, school_bus_driver
The use of in-bus GPS systems continues to spread, and for good reason. Geolocation tracking leads directly to better oversight, faster communication, shorter bus runs, and an overall safer experience for students on every ride.
bus_routing, bus_management_system, bus_driver
"Big Data" is a term that's being thrown around more and more in business. Rather than being a single process, "big data" represents the idea that virtually any operation - even a school district - can ultimately find significant cost savings through data ..
tracking_school, tracker_tracking_systems, GPS_Tracking
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