NAPT announces sixth grader Sai Darshana Yekolu of Moseley Middle School in Prosper, Texas, as the winner of the 2026 National School Bus Safety Poster Contest. The theme for the 2027 contest is "Safe Miles = Big Smiles." Read more here. zurl.co/WlIJ6

Brought to you by Verra Mobility: Every student deserves a safe journey to and from school. National School Bus Safety Week is an important reminder of the role drivers, families, students, and school transportation professionals all play in keeping children safe. To support this year's campaign, Verra Mobility has developed a free toolkit of educational resources and practical safety tips to help raise awareness about illegal school bus passing and encourage safer behaviors around school buses. The resources include important reminders for drivers about school bus safety laws, along with tips for students and families to help them stay safe at bus stops and when boarding or exiting the bus. Download the toolkit and learn more: stnonline.com/industry-relea… #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #SchoolBusSafety #StudentSafety

Author and school bus driver Gregory Nichols uses his children’s picture book to help young readers learn the importance of school bus safety. Read more here. zurl.co/2FDgI

Teaching children school bus safety doesn't have to be boring! Books are a fun and engaging way to help young riders learn important safety rules, build good habits and understand how to stay safe on their journey to and from school. Check out these books about school bus safety and let us know if you've written one too! 📖🚌 #SBSW #schoolbussafety #childsafety #books

Join Brigade for a conversation about how AI-powered technology is improving school bus safety through real-time hazard detection, driver alerts and automated safety responses. Attendees will learn about current applications, implementation best practices, and how emerging technologies, industry expectations and regulations may shape future fleet safety decisions. The free webinar takes place tomorrow, Oct. 22, at 1 p.m. EDT. Register today! zurl.co/UpX4k

School bus safety has come a long way! From the early days of student transportation to the safety features we recognize today, every change has helped shape how students get to and from school. Which school bus safety advancement do you think has made the biggest difference? Let us know in the comments! 🚌🔽 #SBSW #schoolbussafetyhistory #saferide #studentsafety

Hurricane Isaias left a path of destruction across Florida, impacting schools, facilities and bus routes. School transportation teams worked alongside state and local agencies to assess road conditions, clear routes and help ensure a safe return for students and staff. Read more here. zurl.co/U32XX

Every child deserves a safe ride to school! This School Bus Safety Week, we’re celebrating the drivers and transportation professionals who put student safety first every day. Comment below on why you think bus drivers are heroes! 🚌🔽 #SBSW #studentsafety #saferide #schoolbus

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is accepting applications for approximately $180 million in grants through its 2026 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act national competition, as the Clean School Bus Program is reportedly still a month away from returning. Read more here. zurl.co/xcF4s

Registration for STN Expo East in is now open! Join us in Charlotte/Concord, NC from April 1-5 in 2027. Register now for the super early bird discount at zurl.co/c0jjp

Safety starts before the first stop! A daily check helps ensure every student gets to school and gets home safely. Always complete your pre-trip inspection and follow all applicable state guidelines and district procedures before hitting the road. What does your organization require? Comment down below. 🚌🔽 #SBSW #safetychecklist #busdriver #studentsafety

Three U.S. representatives are pushing to extend the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program through 2031, proposing $1 billion in annual funding to help schools replace aging diesel buses with cleaner alternatives. The bipartisan legislation aims to protect student health, reduce emissions, and keep the transition to zero-emission school buses moving forward. Read more here. zurl.co/t4FUd

Feature Friday! This week, we’re exploring how emerging safety technologies could help make school buses safer and protect students on the road. Discover the latest innovations and the challenges of bringing these systems to school bus fleets in the October edition of our magazine! zurl.co/seMiG

The FMCSA is warning motor carriers about fraudulent emails and websites impersonating its Motus registration system. School bus contractors are among those being targeted, according to the National School Transportation Association. Read more about it here. zurl.co/sa9fJ

DeSoto County Schools transportation staff shared how transitioning to digital payroll and dispatch streamlined operations, reduced processing time, improved accuracy and freed up employees to focus on other responsibilities. Read more here. zurl.co/FhjD7

All 100 U.S. Senators unanimously supported a resolution recognizing September as National School Bus Safety Month, marking 13 years of bipartisan support for student transportation safety. Read more here. zurl.co/E4w9z

A National Transportation Safety Board official emphasized school bus seatbelt use, crash investigations, CDL integrity, and driver training at the National Association for Pupil Transportation Annual Conference. Read more about it here. zurl.co/p7PK7

Feature Friday! This week, we’re highlighting the 2026 Top Transportation Teams and the leadership strategies helping them build stronger, more resilient departments. Read more in the October edition of our magazine! zurl.co/wlBZD

Extreme heat is putting school transportation operations to the test. Texas districts are dealing with buses that struggle to stay cool, while concerns from students, drivers, and families continue to grow. zurl.co/WHPdH How is your district handling the heat? Comment down below. 🚌☀️ 🔽

School bus attendant training is essential. Learn how to evaluate or develop effective training programs at this year’s TSD Conference. zurl.co/twsi6 Make sure to secure your spot while registration is still open! zurl.co/yzCHR