From fresh ideas to real-world innovation, Episode 300 dives into the connections shaping the future of student transportation at STN Expo East 2026.
Collaboration, tech, and leadership all in one place. Listen to the full podcast!👇🏽
#SchoolTransportation #PodcastSky
Washington’s Senate Bill 5922 could reshape how school districts manage transportation funds, offering flexibility in financial distress—but what does it mean for safety and compliance?
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#WA #EducationFunding #SchoolTransportation #FiscalAccountability #CitizenPortal
A tragic school bus incident in Maine has prompted an NTSB investigation after a child was fatally dragged when doors closed at a bus stop.
The case raises urgent questions about loading-zone safety, procedures, and oversight.
Read more:👇🏽
#SchoolTransportation #Education #EduSky #NewsSky
The year is winding down—and the NYS EV bus deadline is approaching! 🚌⚡ We’re calling on NYS to provide the flexibility and resources necessary to make this mandate successful for schools, students, and communities. #ConnectLearnAdvocate #ChampioningStudentGrowth #SchoolTransportation
In Episode 285 (P2), Taylor Ekbatani talks with two of the youngest transportation directors in Washington — Cassidy Miller of Cashmere SD & Bowen Mitchell of Entiat SD. They’re a couple who bonded over #schooltransportation.
Hear what sparked their careers wherever you get your pods.
#EduSky
Episode 285 (P 1) breaks down the top headlines shaping #schooltransportation. From new loading & unloading zone data & troubling trends around fatalities, to School Bus Safety Month and big updates from the U.S. Department of Education.
Listen to the #podcast wherever you get your pods.
#EduSky
Exploring how students travel to school across the globe shows just how different — and similar — our challenges can be. From the U.S. to India, access and safety shape everything. 🌍🚍
Want to see how it shakes out globally? Read more ⬇️
#Education #SchoolTransportation #EduSky
Episode 284 is live! Tony, Ryan & Taylor break down the biggest takeaways from this year’s TSD Conference—from the packed NHTSA 8-hour session to hands-on evacuations, powerful keynotes & all the buzzing Frisco energy.
Listen wherever you get your pods. 🎧
#Education #SchoolTransportation #EduSky
Driver-trainer Nancy Koski from Lake Stevens SD didn’t expect to learn so much at #TSD2025 from legal updates to sensitivity training for students with disabilities.
She’s taking home insights to make bus rides safer & more accommodating. Learn more at stnonline.com.
#EduSky #SchoolTransportation
We’re asking attendees what brings them to #TSD2025 and what they’ll take back to their districts! Honored to host this transformative experience for dedicated student transportation pros. Stay tuned for updates at stnonline.com & learn more at tsdconference.com.
#SchoolTransportation #EduSky
🎙️ In Episode 278, Part 1, Tony Corpin sits down with Antonio Civitella, CEO & President of Transfinder, to explore what it really takes to build and lead top transportation teams.
Listen to the full episode wherever you get your pods.
#EduSky #EducationSky #SchoolTransportation #SchoolBus
ironically being pulled away from my conference presentation on school bus service disruptions to help my kid find a ride to school after her #SchoolBus did not show up this morning is 👩🍳💋
#ACSP2025 #SchoolTransportation
🎙️ In Ep. 275 (Part 1), Tony Corpin and Ryan Gray dive into the latest headlines on Wi-Fi for school buses—why some push for it & why others push back. 🚍
Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods!
#EducationSky #SchoolTransportation #EduSky
🎙️ In Ep. 274 (Part 2), Ryan Gray sits down with Sean Hollas, Transportation Director at Goddard Public Schools in Kansas and a 2025 Top Transportation Teams Award winner.
🎧 Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods.
#SchoolTransportation #Education #EduSky
The National School Transportation Specs manual has been republished after omitting the new section on alternative transportation.
Updated print copies will ship free in 2–3 weeks, ensuring safety & inclusion are fully represented.
#EducationSky #SchoolTransportation
Episode 273 of the STN Podcast: Lisa Navarra shares why collaboration—not punishment—is key to improving student rider behavior.
Supportive strategies create safer, calmer buses for all. 🎙️
#SchoolTransportation #EducationSky #EduSky
NEW: BC Hydro pilots V2G program with electric school buses — The $1.1-million initiative will test how EVs can support the grid and provide load flexibility in real-world conditions.
Full story: shorturl.at/29I6T
#EV #V2G #BCHydro #SchoolTransportation
New Mexico is piloting all-electric school buses in a 2-year program with #GreenPower. Six BEAST buses will rotate through districts, supported by charging + V2G tech. A step toward cleaner rides for students, even as delivery + financial hurdles remain.
#EV #SchoolTransportation #EducationSky
New poll: School drop-off demands heavily impact working parents, especially moms. 11% lost jobs due to transportation issues; ⅓ missed work. Lower-income families disproportionately affected. #schooltransportation #News
🚍 In episode 271 Part 2, Charles Chilton—VP & GM of IC Bus—shares his journey from high school bus driver to leading one of the top school bus businesses in the world.
🎧 Listen to the full podcast wherever you get your pods.
#SchoolTransportation #Podcast #EducationSky
WRI’s new county‑level study shows that swapping aging diesel school buses for electric ones nets the U.S. $1.6 B in health & climate benefits annually—adding over $509K per county on average.
Cleaner air, quieter rides, smarter investments—everyone wins.
#SchoolTransportation #EV #EduSky
A tragic band trip crash shows why tire safety, inspections & seatbelt use on motorcoaches can’t be ignored. Lessons schools & districts must take seriously.
Read the full story.👇🏽
#SchoolTransportation #StudentSafery #EduSky #SchoolBus
TransAct is now Pathwise — same leadership & mission, just a new name, look, & site. The rebrand isn’t cosmetic; it’s all about guiding K–12 schools through operational complexity so educators can stay focused on students.
Truly streamlining the path to learning.
#K12 #SchoolTransportation #EduSky
🚍 Episode 270 is live!
🎙️Taylor Ekbatani sits down with Kara Sands from Hanover Community Schools to share how an unexpected turn at 21 led her to a lasting career in student transportation.
👉 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your pods.
#Podcast #SchoolTransportation #EduSky #Leadership
EPA steps in: new guidance eases sudden #diesel engine slowdowns caused by DEF system failures. Manufacturers back the move—balancing emissions rules with real-world reliability. 🚛
#SchoolTransportation #CleanAir #EducationSky #Trucking
The right words can change a ride. 🚍✨ At this year’s TSD Conference, keynote Lisa Navarra will show how specific, sincere praise can transform student behavior and build trust on the bus.
Read the full article.
#SchoolTransportation #BacktoSchool #EducationSky #EduSky
🚍 Ep. 269 of #SchoolTransportation Nation: Suffolk Transportation Services—newly crowned NSTA Contractor of the Year! 🏆
Ryan talks with Tommy Smith & the Corrado brothers on family roots, growth, tech, & electric buses shaping the future.
🎙️ Listen wherever you get your pods.
#EducationSky #EduSky
Fruitland students started the year with hands-on bus safety at the #BacktoSchool Bash!
With drills, a smokehouse, and a visit from Marshall the fire dogs, kids gained confidence and skills for a safer school day.
#SchoolTransportation #EducationSky #EduSky #StudentSafety
A Texas school bus carrying 42 students rolled over on Aug. 13 near Austin; 12 passengers required hospital transport.
The NTSB is now investigating alongside Texas DPS into what went wrong on the road. Everyone has thankfully since been released.
#SchoolTransportation #StudentSafety
#BacktoSchool
🎙️ Episode 268, Part 2 of School Transportation Nation 🚍
Meet Nishan Craig, Assistant Director of Transportation & Fleet for Taylor Schools, MI—and a skilled photographer who captures the spirit of STN events.
🎧 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your pods!
#SchoolTransportation #EduSky
