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      <title> BraunAbility Introduces New Safety Barrier for Wheelchair Lifts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[LiftSentinel is designed to add another layer of protection during wheelchair loading and unloading and can be retrofitted to many existing commercial lift installations.]]></description>
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      <title>FMCSA Names New Chief Safety Officer: What School Bus Operators Should Know</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Steve Dowling is set to lead the federal agency's efforts to advance commercial motor vehicle safety and reduce crashes, fatalities, and injuries on the nation's roadways.]]></description>
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      <title>New Study Finds School Zone Speed Safety Cameras Cut Speeding Violations 97%</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A Florida university's research demonstrates that Verra Mobility's automated enforcement changes driver behavior and significantly improves school zone safety.]]></description>
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      <title>The Back-to-School Checklist Every Director Should Complete Before the First Bell</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Help your transportation team start the school year strong with these tips for contingency planning, communication, fleet visibility, technology, and trip management.]]></description>
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      <title>What Changed in DOT’s New National Roadway Safety Strategy?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The federal agency's new plan shifts its focus to safer people, roads and vehicles, with a new three-pronged approach instead of five. One outlined action even addresses a key industry concern around illegal school bus passing. ]]></description>
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      <title>How a New York District Cut Nearly $1M in Transportation Costs While Expanding Bus Access</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A data-driven overhaul with BusRight reduced Poughkeepsie City School District's planned routes from 26 to 17 while extending school bus service to about 1,200 additional students.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[What if the story you're telling yourself isn't true? Learning about emotional intelligence can improve communication and culture in school transportation and beyond.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Budgets Down, Enrollment Shifting: What the Data Says Districts Should Watch</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School transportation departments face two converging challenges this year: tightening budgets and shifting enrollment. Most districts still address these issues separately, but the assumption that either trend will simplify operations is proving incorrect.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:49:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>These 8 School Transportation Companies Made the 2026 Inc. 5000 List</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Find out which school transportation contractors, technology providers, and suppliers ranked among America’s fastest-growing private companies.]]></description>
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      <title>The Link Between Emotional Intelligence and School Bus Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[How can emotional intelligence help transportation pros navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships? Listen to find out.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:48:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>What Emotional Intelligence Has to Do With School Bus Safety</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In this video, discover how emotional intelligence can help transportation leaders and drivers navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:20:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Beyond Two-Way Radios: School Bus Communications Evolve With Push-to-Talk Over Cellular</title>
      <description><![CDATA[PRYME Radio and PositionPTT join forces to advance hands-free radio use and reduce distracted driving. See how PoC compares with traditional radios on range, cost, safety, and connectivity.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:20:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Have School Districts Adapted to Bus Driver Shortages or Simply Accepted Less Service?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[According to a recent report from HopSkipDrive, many districts appear to have recalibrated what "normal" transportation service looks like.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:38:08 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>The Fuel Budget You Can Actually Predict: How Propane Autogas Keeps Money in the Classroom</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how propane autogas helps school districts manage fuel costs with predictable pricing, lower maintenance, and reduced emissions from former transportation director Joel Stutheit.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:10:26 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reliable Transportation Linked to Better Student Outcomes, New EverDriven Study Finds</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See why new research suggests transportation consistency improves student outcomes while influencing attendance, funding, IEP compliance, and family trust.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:45:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Hendrickson, Driventic Introduce New Electric Powertrain for School Buses</title>
      <description><![CDATA[ELECTRAAX, the electrified, lightweight drive axle offers integrated ePowertrain efficiency and modular flexibility for Class 6–7 school bus use.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/products/hendrickson-driventic-introduce-new-electric-powertrain</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:45:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Are Autonomous Vehicles Ready to Safely Navigate School Bus Stops?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NHTSA is accelerating autonomous vehicle deployment through new safety standards and commercial approvals. See why school transportation leaders are watching.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:37:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Kerry Brothers Grows Michigan School Bus Repair Network</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The acquisition of Downriver Truck and Bus expands Kerry Brothers’ school bus maintenance footprint across southeast Michigan, adding repair capacity, diagnostic resources, and state inspection support.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:05:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>NFL Star Lomas Brown Kicks Off New Illegal School Bus Passing PSA</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Just in time for the back-to-school season, the former Detroit Lions offensive tackle took time to record a video encouraging motorists to slow down around school buses. ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:48:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Mobility House Joins PowerFlex in Fleet Electrification Deal</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The acquisition combines intelligent charging software, bidirectional charging expertise, and fleet electrification services to support the growing adoption of electric school buses across North America.]]></description>
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      <title>Switzer-CARTY Enters the U.S. with New Acquisition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Canadian contractor’s acquisition of Minnesota-based Agnes Corporation marks its first cross-border expansion into the United States and adds 350 vehicles.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/switzer-carty-enters-the-us-with-new-acquisition</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: Electric School Bus Investments Hit the Road</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See which districts across the U.S. are putting electric school buses into service, expanding charging infrastructure, and planning the next phase of fleet electrification.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-electric-school-bus-investments-hit-the-road</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-electric-school-bus-investments-hit-the-road</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:01:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <category domain="tag">zero emissions</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="tag">Electric Bus</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <title>Student Transportation Leaders Gather at NSTA Annual Meeting &amp; Convention</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Patrick Dean recaps key moments from NSTA’s 2026 Annual Meeting & Convention, including advocacy efforts, AI discussions, OEM insights, and federal policy updates.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/student-transportation-leaders-gather-at-nsta-annual-meeting-convention</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/student-transportation-leaders-gather-at-nsta-annual-meeting-convention</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:55:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">NSTA</category>
      <category domain="tag">Annual Meeting</category>
      <category domain="tag">Denver</category>
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      <title>BusRight Adds New Rider Tracking Technology</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Safety Pass is an NFC-based student ridership tracking solution that provides real-time boarding and drop-off data to improve school bus safety and family communication.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/busright-adds-new-rider-tracking-technology</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/busright-adds-new-rider-tracking-technology</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:15:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">real-time data</category>
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      <title>EverDriven Launches RideAware App With Real-Time Student Ride Visibility</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The updated platform’s new features improve communication among caregivers, districts, and drivers while streamlining trip updates.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-launches-rideaware-app-with-real-time-student-ride-visibility</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-launches-rideaware-app-with-real-time-student-ride-visibility</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:45:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">EverDriven</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>How School Transportation Departments Can Help Acclimate New Riders to the Bus </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Here's how transportation departments can turn first-day jitters into confidence for students and parents alike.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-school-transportation-departments-can-help-acclimate-new-riders-to-the-bus</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/how-school-transportation-departments-can-help-acclimate-new-riders-to-the-bus</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:34:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">students</category>
      <category domain="tag">safety education</category>
      <category domain="tag">School Bus</category>
      <category domain="tag">Bus Safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">rider safety</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>How Two Texas Districts Built Award-Winning Safety Programs</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn how Prosper ISD and Rockwall ISD earned National Safety Council honors through hands-on training, safety culture, and strategies that reduced transportation incidents.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/two-texas-districts-recognized-for-traffic-safety-excellence</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/two-texas-districts-recognized-for-traffic-safety-excellence</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:28:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Texas</category>
      <category domain="tag">National Safety Council</category>
      <category domain="tag">awards</category>
      <category domain="tag">safety</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Nearly 90 Years of Safely Transporting Wisconsin Students</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From one farmer's act of service to a fourth-generation family business, Kobussen Buses reflects on nearly 90 years of earning the trust of Wisconsin families.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/neighbors-helping-neighbors-nearly-90-years-of-safely-transporting-wisconsin-students</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/neighbors-helping-neighbors-nearly-90-years-of-safely-transporting-wisconsin-students</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:36:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">articles</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">contractors</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Wisconsin</category>
      <category domain="tag">history</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/July-2026-Kobussen-Buses_tyasjs.png"/>
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      <title>Changing Lanes: AMF Bruns, Pro-Vision, CALSTART, HopSkipDrive, &amp; Kooner</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Check out who's been hired, promoted, and appointed to leadership positions at various school transportation industry suppliers and nonprofits.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-pro-vision-calstart-hopskipdrive-kooner</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/changing-lanes-pro-vision-calstart-hopskipdrive-kooner</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:01:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">new hire</category>
      <category domain="tag">Executive Appointment</category>
      <category domain="tag">Pro-Vision</category>
      <category domain="tag">HopSkipDrive</category>
      <category domain="tag">CALSTART</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>With Fuel Volatility Ahead, School Districts Turn to Propane</title>
      <description><![CDATA[While diesel prices peaked above $5 this spring, districts with propane autogas-powered fleets paid under $2 per gallon, according to PERC.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/with-fuel-volatility-ahead-school-districts-turn-to-propane</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/with-fuel-volatility-ahead-school-districts-turn-to-propane</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:36:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">propane</category>
      <category domain="tag">PERC</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <title>NCST Announces 18th Congress Event Dates, New Committees</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The National Congress on School Transportation moves to St. Louis in May 2029, convening delegates and industry representatives to discuss new best practice recommendations. Now, the new committee chairs have been named.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ncst-announces-18th-national-event-dates-new-steering-committee</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ncst-announces-18th-national-event-dates-new-steering-committee</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
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      <category domain="tag">NCST</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>School Bus Contractor Association Brings Key Policy Issues to FMCSA</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Federal policy, CDL testing, insurance, and compliance were among the key topics as NSTA leaders met with FMCSA to advance priorities for school bus contractors.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/school-bus-contractor-association-brings-key-policy-issues-to-fmcsa</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogposts/school-bus-contractor-association-brings-key-policy-issues-to-fmcsa</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:31 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="content-type">blogposts</category>
      <category domain="tag">NSTA</category>
      <category domain="tag">activism &amp; advocacy</category>
      <category domain="tag">FMCSA</category>
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      <title>Key Moments from the 2026 NSTA Annual Meeting in the Mile High City</title>
      <description><![CDATA[From federal policy updates and OEM presentations to speed networking and industry awards, see photos and highlights from the contractor association’s summer conference in Denver.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/key-moments-from-the-2026-nsta-annual-meeting-in-the-mile-high-city</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/key-moments-from-the-2026-nsta-annual-meeting-in-the-mile-high-city</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:50:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">photo-galleries</category>
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      <title>HopSkipDrive Launches Spanish-Language App Update, Plans Additional Language Support</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The update aims to improve communication with multilingual families by offering ride tracking, notifications, and support in Spanish, with more languages planned for the 2026-2027 school year.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/hopskipdrive-launches-spanish-language-caregiver-app-plans-additional-language-support</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/hopskipdrive-launches-spanish-language-caregiver-app-plans-additional-language-support</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:42:54 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">updates</category>
      <category domain="tag">support</category>
      <category domain="tag">HopSkipDrive</category>
      <category domain="tag">alternative transportation</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Where the Yellow Bus Takes Us: School Bus Fleet&apos;s 2026 Photo of the Year Winners</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See the winning photos from School Bus Fleet's 2026 Photo of the Year contest, featuring stunning school bus images from across the U.S., from scenic landscapes to everyday moments.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/where-the-yellow-bus-takes-us-school-bus-fleets-2026-photo-of-the-year-winners</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/where-the-yellow-bus-takes-us-school-bus-fleets-2026-photo-of-the-year-winners</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:30:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">photo-galleries</category>
      <category domain="tag">Photo Gallery</category>
      <category domain="tag">Contest</category>
      <category domain="tag">School Bus Fleet</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Why Emotional Intelligence Matters in Student Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn the five key elements that bus drivers and transportation directors can use to stay calm in any situation.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/why-emotional-intelligence-matters-in-student-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/why-emotional-intelligence-matters-in-student-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:06:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Noregon Introduces CAN Bus Diagnostic Tool, Expands JPRO Features</title>
      <description><![CDATA[CAN Mentor and the latest JPRO update aim to simplify vehicle network diagnostics and improve repair efficiency for technicians of all experience levels.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/noregon-introduces-can-bus-diagnostic-tool-expands-jpro-features</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/noregon-introduces-can-bus-diagnostic-tool-expands-jpro-features</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:23:48 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">Noregon</category>
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      <category domain="tag">vehicle repairs</category>
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      <category domain="category">Maintenance</category>
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      <title>2026 Back-To-School Readiness Report</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Learn about the challenges shaping the 2026–2027 school year, from persistent driver shortages and budget pressure to technology and readiness gaps. See how school districts are responding and adapting in Zonar’s 2026 Back-to-School Readiness Report.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/2026-back-to-school-readiness-report</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/2026-back-to-school-readiness-report</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:14:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">whitepapers</category>
      <category domain="tag">Zonar Systems</category>
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      <bbm:companyName>Zonar Systems</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>National School Transportation Association Presents 2026 Award Winners</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Twenty-one individuals and contractor companies were recognized for excellence in student transportation at NSTA's annual meeting and convention in Denver.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/national-school-transportation-association-presents-2026-award-winners</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/national-school-transportation-association-presents-2026-award-winners</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:34:56 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>NHTSA Releases 10-Year Review of Fatal School Bus Crashes</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The latest federal analysis reinforces the safety of school buses while identifying where school-age pedestrians and other motorists remain most at risk.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nhtsa-releases-10-year-review-of-school-transportation-fatal-crashes</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nhtsa-releases-10-year-review-of-school-transportation-fatal-crashes</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:31:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
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      <title>2026 NASDPTS Survey: Data Shows Further Reduction of Illegal Passing</title>
      <description><![CDATA[New data is in! School bus stop-arm passings are down to 38.4 million violations per year, about a 2.3% decrease from last school year — but passings on the right side of the bus are higher than ever.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/2026-nasdpts-survey-data-shows-further-reduction-of-illegal-passing</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/2026-nasdpts-survey-data-shows-further-reduction-of-illegal-passing</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:49:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>School Transportation Data Is Only as Powerful as the Story It Tells</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Leaders say turning operational metrics into student-centered narratives can help districts justify investments and improve service.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/school-transportation-data-is-only-as-powerful-as-the-story-it-tells</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/school-transportation-data-is-only-as-powerful-as-the-story-it-tells</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:01:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Routing</category>
      <category domain="tag">metrics</category>
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      <title>Photos: NYAPT Celebrates 50 Years at 2026 Conference &amp; Trade Show</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See highlights from NYAPT's 50th anniversary conference in Saratoga Springs, featuring educational sessions, awards, a trade show, networking, and more.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/photos-nyapt-celebrates-50-years-at-2026-conference-trade-show</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/photos-nyapt-celebrates-50-years-at-2026-conference-trade-show</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
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      <title>Ohio Transportation Workgroup Calls for End to &apos;Impractical to Transport&apos; Payments</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A final report from Ohio's Pupil Transportation Workgroup proposes ending "impractical to transport" payments and expanding transportation options through regional partnerships, but not all industry pros agree on the approach.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ohio-transportation-workgroup-calls-for-end-to-impractical-to-transport-payments</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ohio-transportation-workgroup-calls-for-end-to-impractical-to-transport-payments</guid>
      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:05:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">transportation options</category>
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      <title>Transfinder Expands California Footprint with Multiple School District Wins</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Six California school districts selected the company's routing platform and related transportation technology as Transfinder continues expanding its presence across the state.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/transfinder-expands-california-footprint-with-multiple-school-district-wins</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/transfinder-expands-california-footprint-with-multiple-school-district-wins</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:28:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Transfinder</category>
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      <category domain="tag">transportation technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">routing</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <media:content type="image/jpeg" medium="image" url="https://assets.bobitstudios.com/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,dpr_auto,c_fill,g_auto,w_1200,h_630/July-2026-Transfinder-Installs_afgdn6.png"/>
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      <title>NSTA&apos;s Curt Macysyn on Student Transportation History and What&apos;s Next</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hear from NSTA's executive director as we discuss student transportation's role in American history, federal regulation, driver recruitment, illegal passing, AI, and what might be next, in this Route interview.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/nstas-curt-macysyn-on-student-transportation-history-and-whats-next</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/nstas-curt-macysyn-on-student-transportation-history-and-whats-next</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:01:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>NSTA on 250 Years of America and the Road Ahead for Student Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Curt Macysyn joins The Route to discuss student transportation's role in American history, federal regulation, driver recruitment, illegal passing, AI, and the industry’s future. Sponsored by IC Bus.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/nsta-on-250-years-of-america-and-the-road-ahead-for-student-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/nsta-on-250-years-of-america-and-the-road-ahead-for-student-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:15:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
      <category domain="tag">The Route</category>
      <category domain="tag">NSTA</category>
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      <title>Photo Highlights: Inside the 2026 Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation Conference</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Snapshots from the 2026 MAPT conference, where Michigan's school transportation professionals gathered for training, technology updates, awards, networking, and more.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/photo-highlights-inside-the-2026-michigan-association-for-pupil-transportation-conference</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/photo-galleries/photo-highlights-inside-the-2026-michigan-association-for-pupil-transportation-conference</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:57:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">photo-galleries</category>
      <category domain="tag">Michigan</category>
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      <title>School Districts: How Does Your Fleet Compare? Weigh In On SBF&apos;s 2026 Survey</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Share how current trends are affecting your fleet operations, from vehicles and fuels to drivers, safety concerns, and contractor usage. We need your insights to benchmark annual industry data!]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-districts-how-does-your-fleet-compare-weigh-in-on-sbfs-2026-survey</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-districts-how-does-your-fleet-compare-weigh-in-on-sbfs-2026-survey</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:15:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fleet Survey</category>
      <category domain="tag">surveys</category>
      <category domain="tag">Top Fleets</category>
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      <title>EPA Unveils Proposed Changes to 2027 Heavy-Duty Engine Rules</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The federal agency has proposed changes to next year’s targets that would eliminate DEF derates, ease warranty requirements, and retain current NOx emissions standards.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/epa-unveils-proposed-changes-to-2027-heavy-duty-engine-rules</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/epa-unveils-proposed-changes-to-2027-heavy-duty-engine-rules</guid>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:39:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">EPA</category>
      <category domain="tag">EPA 2027</category>
      <category domain="tag">Emissions</category>
      <category domain="tag">NOx</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <title>Zonar Launches Reimagined Bus Suite Web Portal </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Can one platform replace your transportation software stack? Zonar says its new Bus Suite unifies routing, dispatch, field trips, GPS, and parent communication.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zonar-launches-reimagined-bus-suite-web-portal</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zonar-launches-reimagined-bus-suite-web-portal</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:50:02 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Zonar</category>
      <category domain="tag">software systems</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle tracking/GPS</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: EV Charging &amp; Infrastructure Projects Gain Momentum</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The latest developments include new funding, charging infrastructure, utility investments, and fleet technologies designed to support the transition to electric school buses nationwide.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-ev-charging-infrastructure-projects-gain-momentum</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-ev-charging-infrastructure-projects-gain-momentum</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:10:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Alternative Fuels</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">infrastructure</category>
      <category domain="tag">funding</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
      <category domain="tag">CARB</category>
      <category domain="category">Alternative Fuels</category>
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      <title>Another School Bus Fatality Reported in Monsey, New York </title>
      <description><![CDATA[A 7-year-old girl died after being struck by a school bus in Rockland County, New York while crossing the street. Here's what we know.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/another-school-bus-fatality-reported-in-monsey-new-york</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/another-school-bus-fatality-reported-in-monsey-new-york</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:31:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Fatal Accidents</category>
      <category domain="tag">fatalities</category>
      <category domain="tag">New York</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
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      <title>Indiana Association Announces 2026 Award Winners</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See who earned top honors at the 2026 School Transportation Association of Indiana conference, recognizing excellence in school transportation statewide.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/indiana-association-announces-2026-award-winners</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/indiana-association-announces-2026-award-winners</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:42:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">school transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Indiana</category>
      <category domain="tag">Awards</category>
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      <title>Student Transportation of America Acquires Massachusetts Contractor</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Tremblay’s Bus Company and its 400-bus fleet joins the STA family of brands as the company grows its presence across the Northeast U.S.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/student-transportation-of-america-acquires-massachusetts-contractor</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/student-transportation-of-america-acquires-massachusetts-contractor</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:08:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">STA</category>
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      <title>Michigan Association Announces 2026 Award Winners</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See who earned top honors at the 2026 Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation conference, recognizing excellence in school transportation statewide.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/michigan-association-announces-2026-award-winners</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/michigan-association-announces-2026-award-winners</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:04:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Michigan</category>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Inside MAPT 2026: Michigan’s School Transportation Community Connects at Boyne Mountain</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Check out highlights from the 2026 MAPT Summer Conference, where over 300 transportation pros gathered for training, networking, awards, and trade show.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/inside-mapt-2026-michigans-school-transportation-community-connects-at-boyne-mountain</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/inside-mapt-2026-michigans-school-transportation-community-connects-at-boyne-mountain</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:47:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">videos</category>
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      <title>Summit School Services to Complete Fleetwide Samsara Technology Rollout</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The company said outfitting its entire fleet with AI-powered safety and fleet management technology will strengthen student safety and operational efficiency across its local brands.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/summit-school-services-to-complete-fleetwide-samsara-technology-rollout</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/summit-school-services-to-complete-fleetwide-samsara-technology-rollout</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:13:22 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Summit School Services</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Samsara</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Why the School Bus May Be America&apos;s Most Overlooked Icon </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Every day, millions of students climb aboard. But few realize the yellow school bus has helped transform education, connect communities, and come to symbolize civic responsibility.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/why-the-school-bus-may-be-americas-most-overlooked-icon</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/digital-cover-features/why-the-school-bus-may-be-americas-most-overlooked-icon</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:05:33 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">digital-cover-features</category>
      <category domain="tag">school buses</category>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>NSTA Announces 2026 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Winners</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Drivers from across the U.S. and Canada showcased their safety and driving skills, with two defending champions successfully retaining their titles.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nsta-announces-2026-school-bus-driver-international-safety-competition-winners</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/nsta-announces-2026-school-bus-driver-international-safety-competition-winners</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:00:29 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <title>SBFX Keynote Announced: Ann Vote to Share Tips on Leadership and Team Culture</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Find out who will be providing this year's keynote at SBFX in Scottsdale this September and what else to expect. District and contractor bus operators are invited to apply and attend at no cost!]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/sbfx-keynote-announced-ann-vote-to-share-tips-on-leadership-and-team-culture</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/sbfx-keynote-announced-ann-vote-to-share-tips-on-leadership-and-team-culture</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:20:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
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      <title>The School Bus as an American Icon: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of the Yellow Bus</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Blue Bird's Brad Beauchamp explores the history of the yellow school bus, its impact on education, and where student transportation is headed next.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/the-school-bus-as-an-american-icon-exploring-the-past-present-and-future-of-the-yellow-bus</link>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:22:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Durham School Services Adds New District Contracts Across Five States</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The latest contract awards and renewals will bring the company's transportation services to more students while extending several long-standing district relationships.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/durham-school-services-adds-new-district-contracts-across-five-states</link>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:13:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">Durham School Services</category>
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      <title>6 School Districts Named Transfinder&apos;s 2026 Top Transportation Teams</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The software company has named six school districts across four states to its list for the fourth year, with one 'three-peat' winner. Find out which teams took home top honors!]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/6-school-districts-named-transfinders-2026-top-transportation-teams</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:08:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
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      <title>Innovation Was the Answer: Five Lessons Learned in School Transportation from 2025–26</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Transportation leaders are embracing technology, transparency, and operational flexibility to meet growing demands with limited resources.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/innovation-was-the-answer-five-lessons-learned-in-school-transportation-from-202526</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/innovation-was-the-answer-five-lessons-learned-in-school-transportation-from-202526</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:12:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">EverDriven</category>
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      <title>AI Tools Roundup: New Fleet Tools Aim to Turn Data Into Faster Decisions</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The latest AI-powered platforms could help student transportation teams analyze fleet performance, manage maintenance, and uncover operational insights using natural-language queries.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ai-tools-roundup-new-fleet-tools-aim-to-turn-data-into-faster-decisions</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/ai-tools-roundup-new-fleet-tools-aim-to-turn-data-into-faster-decisions</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:08:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">fleet management</category>
      <category domain="tag">Geotab</category>
      <category domain="tag">RTA Fleet</category>
      <category domain="tag">Artificial Intelligence</category>
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      <title>EverDriven Integrates Pathwise&apos;s EZRouting into Routing Services</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new partnership combines trusted software with industry expertise to help district transportation teams streamline general education routing, improve efficiency, and lower operating costs.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-integrates-pathwise-ezrouting-into-routing-services</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-integrates-pathwise-ezrouting-into-routing-services</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:55:52 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">route optimization</category>
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      <title>First Student Safety Executive Named Samsara Technology Leader of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[David Perez earned the honor for deploying AI-powered safety and fleet technologies that improved driver behavior and family communication.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/first-student-safety-executive-named-samsara-technology-leader-of-the-year</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/first-student-safety-executive-named-samsara-technology-leader-of-the-year</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:18:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">vehicle safety</category>
      <category domain="tag">fleet technology</category>
      <category domain="tag">First Student</category>
      <category domain="tag">Samsara</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Zum Expands to Rhode Island with 2 New District Partnerships</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The Ocean State becomes Zum’s 18th state served as the company expands its presence in the Northeast U.S., while launching operations in Philadelphia, and supporting FIFA World Cup 2026.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-expands-to-rhode-island-with-2-new-district-partnerships</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/zum-expands-to-rhode-island-with-2-new-district-partnerships</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:45:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">public-private partnerships</category>
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      <title>The Driver Shortage Playbook</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Driver shortages are still a major challenge for student transportation fleets, but the real issue has shifted. It’s no longer just about filling seats quickly. It’s about finding safe, reliable drivers who meet performance expectations and want to stay.
The Driver Shortage Playbook covers why traditional recruitment tactics are falling short and how school fleets are adapting with smarter hiring, stronger retention strategies and a greater focus on driver quality.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/the-driver-shortage-playbook</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/the-driver-shortage-playbook</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="tag">Zonar Systems</category>
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      <category domain="tag">student transportation</category>
      <category domain="category">Safety</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <bbm:companyName>Zonar Systems</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>Stertil-Koni Announces New Company President</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Lewis Nelson joins the heavy-duty vehicle lift provider, succeeding Scott Steinhardt in the lead role.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/stertil-koni-announces-new-company-president</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/stertil-koni-announces-new-company-president</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:12:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">new hire</category>
      <category domain="tag">Executive Appointment</category>
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      <title>Tennessee Hall of Fame Honors Drivers for Decades of Service</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Frances Theiring, a school bus driver for Wilson County Schools, retires this year after almost 50 years on the road. She is one of two long-time drivers honored for their service in the state.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/tennessee-hall-of-fame-honors-drivers-with-decades-of-service</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/tennessee-hall-of-fame-honors-drivers-with-decades-of-service</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:45:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">driver heroism</category>
      <category domain="tag">awards</category>
      <category domain="tag">Tennessee</category>
      <category domain="tag">women in transportation</category>
      <category domain="tag">retirement</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>What Happens to a School Bus After Retirement? First Student Has a New Answer</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Through a new partnership with Advanced Remarketing Services, proceeds from retired vehicle sales will support Special Olympics and other community-focused organizations while advancing sustainability goals.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/old-buses-new-purpose-first-student-turns-retired-fleet-into-charitable-donations</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/old-buses-new-purpose-first-student-turns-retired-fleet-into-charitable-donations</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:50:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="content-type">news</category>
      <category domain="tag">First Student</category>
      <category domain="tag">Remarketing</category>
      <category domain="tag">Charities</category>
      <category domain="tag">vehicle sales</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>School Bus Logistics Adds 3 Data Analysts, Expands Routing Capabilities</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Three new data analysts and a BusRight certification bring an added layer of support to the routing services districts already use.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-bus-logistics-adds-data-analysts-expands-routing</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/school-bus-logistics-adds-data-analysts-expands-routing</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:31:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Outsourcing Student Transportation Services Toolkit </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Did you know nearly 40% of school districts utilize a private contractor to serve their transportation needs? Explore why more school leaders are turning to contracted transportation services, and how outsourcing can create meaningful value without sacrificing control.

Discover the practical benefits of a transportation services platform that provides flexibility with coordination.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/outsourcing-student-transportation-services-toolkit</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/whitepapers/outsourcing-student-transportation-services-toolkit</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:28 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="content-type">whitepapers</category>
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      <category domain="tag">NSTA</category>
      <category domain="tag">National School Transportation Association</category>
      <category domain="category">Management</category>
      <bbm:companyName>National School Transportation Association</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>EverDriven Debuts TripCentral as New District Transportation Portal</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new transportation management hub takes over the district portal to power trip planning, operations, visibility, and intelligence for school district transportation needs.  ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-debuts-tripcentral-as-new-district-transportation-portal</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/everdriven-debuts-tripcentral-as-new-district-transportation-portal</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:18:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="category">Management</category>
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      <title>Lessons Learned from 4 Decades in Transportation: 5 Questions with Craig Beaver </title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sit down with longtime transportation leader Craig Beaver moments before he retires, as he reflects on his career leading up to his role at Beaverton School District in Oregon and the secrets to leading great teams.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/lessons-learned-from-4-decades-in-transportation-5-questions-with-craig-beaver</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/lessons-learned-from-4-decades-in-transportation-5-questions-with-craig-beaver</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:10:27 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">Q&amp;A</category>
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      <title>BusRight Honors Texas Driver With Inaugural Behind The Wheel Award</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Selected from more than 300 nominations, Lawson Crook earned BusRight’s inaugural award for his dedication to students and safety.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/busright-honors-texas-driver-with-inaugural-behind-the-wheel-award</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/busright-honors-texas-driver-with-inaugural-behind-the-wheel-award</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:00:27 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff and News Reports</dc:creator>
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      <title>Craig Beaver’s Final Stop: Lessons from 43 Years in Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After more than four decades in transportation, retiring Beaverton School District director Craig Beaver reflects on leadership, alternative fuels, AI, staffing, and what’s coming next. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/craig-beavers-final-stop-lessons-from-43-years-in-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/craig-beavers-final-stop-lessons-from-43-years-in-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:28:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <bbm:companyName>IC Bus</bbm:companyName>
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      <title>What 43 Years in Transportation Taught Craig Beaver About Leadership</title>
      <description><![CDATA[After more than four decades in transportation, retiring Beaverton School District admin Craig Beaver reflects on leadership, alternative fuels, AI, staffing, and what’s coming next. ]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/what-43-years-in-transportation-taught-craig-beaver-about-leadership</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/podcasts/what-43-years-in-transportation-taught-craig-beaver-about-leadership</guid>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:14:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>ASTP&apos;s Tod Eskra Named an Entrepreneur of the Year</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The award from Ernst & Young honors visionary leadership behind one of America's fastest-growing student transportation contracting companies.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/astps-tod-eskra-named-an-entrepreneur-of-the-year</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/astps-tod-eskra-named-an-entrepreneur-of-the-year</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:12:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>News/Media Release</dc:creator>
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      <title>Alt-Fuel Moves: Fleets Power Up Beyond the Bus</title>
      <description><![CDATA[See how districts are pairing electric buses with charging, solar, and V2G technology to cut costs, boost resilience, and unlock new fleet value.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-fleets-power-up-beyond-the-bus</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/news/alt-fuel-moves-fleets-power-up-beyond-the-bus</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:38:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>Pro-Vision Launches AI-Powered 360° Camera System</title>
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      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/products/pro-vision-launches-ai-powered-360-camera-system</link>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:45:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <category domain="content-type">products</category>
      <category domain="tag">Pro-Vision</category>
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      <title>What the EPA’s Updated Clean School Bus Program Means for Fleet Electrification in 2026 and Beyond</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A guide to the EPA’s evolving school bus grants, including how the Trump administration changed funding priorities and how school districts can prepare for future bus purchases.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-the-epas-updated-clean-school-bus-program-means-for-fleet-electrification-in-2026-and-beyond</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/what-the-epas-updated-clean-school-bus-program-means-for-fleet-electrification-in-2026-and-beyond</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:40:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Drivers and Technicians: Help Benchmark Today&apos;s School Bus Manufacturers</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Compare leading school bus manufacturers based on real-world driving and maintenance experience. Share your feedback on visibility, reliability, serviceability, comfort, technology, and more.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:18:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator>
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      <category domain="tag">vehicle repairs</category>
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      <title>N.Y. &amp; N.J. Coalitions Call for Modernized Transportation for Vulnerable Students</title>
      <description><![CDATA[New statewide coalitions in New York and New Jersey are urging lawmakers to expand student transportation options for vulnerable students amid ongoing driver shortages.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:26:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
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      <title>America Has a School Bus Passing Problem — and Distraction Is Making It Worse</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:40:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>13 Industry Leaders Describe School Transportation in One Word</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:43:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Tyler Technologies Adds New AI, Transactions Leadership Roles</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Pro-Vision Acquires Convoy Technologies</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:10:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Durham School Services Maintenance Teams Earn Missouri Fleet Excellence Awards</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Eight of the contractor’s school bus fleets achieved a distinction few maintenance teams earn during the state’s rigorous annual inspection program.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:30:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>How Incentives, AI, and Energy Markets Are Reshaping School Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Sit down with Joe Annotti of TRC Companies to talk district grant funding, utility challenges, AI, and why school buses are evolving from transportation assets into energy assets.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/how-incentives-ai-and-energy-markets-are-reshaping-school-transportation</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/how-incentives-ai-and-energy-markets-are-reshaping-school-transportation</guid>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:32:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Inside the Contracting Shift: What School Transportation Operators Are Seeing Now</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School transportation contractors weigh in on recent trends, costs, driver shortages, and the rise of multimodal student transportation.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/articles/inside-the-contracting-shift-what-school-transportation-operators-are-seeing-now</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:58:11 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Elora Haynes</dc:creator>
      <category domain="main-category">Management</category>
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      <category domain="tag">Contractor Fleets</category>
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      <category domain="tag">EverDriven</category>
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      <title>A Solution Helping School Buses Charge Without Major Infrastructure Upgrades</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Power Innovations International dishes on its EV charging technology designed to reduce infrastructure barriers, improve reliability, and support V2G applications for school bus fleets.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/a-solution-helping-school-buses-charge-without-major-infrastructure-upgrades</link>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:35:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Amanda Huggett</dc:creator>
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      <title>Is Your Transportation Model Costing You More Than You Think?</title>
      <description><![CDATA[As school districts are increasingly asked to do more with less, managing a transportation budget becomes even more complex. In this webinar, learn how Denver Public Schools saves on the bottom line and improves efficiency through vehicle diversification, smarter routing, and alternative transportation models.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/webinars/is-your-transportation-model-costing-you-more-than-you-think</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/webinars/is-your-transportation-model-costing-you-more-than-you-think</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:47:18 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>New Eagle Launches All-in-One EV Control Platform</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The new OpenECU NX3 platform integrates charging and vehicle controls into a single platform, with support for megawatt charging and vehicle-to-grid technologies.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/products/new-eagle-launches-all-in-one-ev-control-platform</link>
      <guid>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/products/new-eagle-launches-all-in-one-ev-control-platform</guid>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:38:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The No-Idling School Bus AC System</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Take a peek at ExoAir Systems’ battery-powered cooling solution designed to run for up to 10 hours without the engine on, reducing fuel use and improving comfort for drivers and students.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/the-no-idling-school-bus-ac-system</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:48:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Geotab on Three Major Trends in School Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[School bus fleets are becoming more proactive than ever. From AI driver alerts to vehicle-to-grid opportunities, Geotab outlines the biggest technology trends transforming school bus operations.]]></description>
      <link>https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/videos/geotab-on-three-major-trends-in-school-transportation</link>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:08:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gatekeeper Lands Major School Bus Deals as Revenue Surges</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The video solutions provider announces contracts with Atlanta Public Schools and other fleet operators as it records quarterly revenue growth and expanding subscription business.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:37 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Building Leaders Who Last: Creating a Successful Mentorship Program in Student Transportation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Discover five strategies for building an effective mentorship program to strengthen leadership development and support staff retention.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:25:39 GMT</pubDate>
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