Studies show that people who write their goals are more likely to achieve those goals. When was the last time you wrote down your goals? Create S.M.A.R.T. goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely.
WRITE A GOAL and work to achieve it!
If we can help in any way, whether with training, networking, advice, or guidance, please let us know.
If you don’t already know, January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It’s a hard topic to broach, but it is one that EVERYONE should take the time to learn about. Our friends at Busing On the Lookout and Truckers Against Trafficking provide the training resources you need to make a difference. We’ve also curated some important safety reminders and resources for the new year.
Please take the time to peruse the materials in this month’s STS newsletter. I truly believe they will help you usher in a great 2021.
All the best,
Patrick
When building an army to fight a crime like human trafficking, the bus industry has a key role to fill. Here are some ways human trafficking intersects with buses.
This 2 hour course describes adverse driving conditions and discusses techniques bus operators should use to cope with these conditions and ensure students are transported to and from school or extracurricular activities safely and efficiently.
Recent events may have prompted you, your department, or your organization to reevaluate Emergency Procedures. Please feel free to utilize this Best Practices Flyer.
• Earn Competitive Advantage
• Increase Earning Potential
• Update Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Build Professional Credibility
• Network within the Industry
School Bus Driver: Online In-Service (15 Hours)
Be safe during the upcoming travel and holiday season. Continue to take basic steps to prevent illness by washing your hands often, avoiding close contact, staying home if sick, covering coughs and sneezes, wearing a facemask, monitoring your health daily, and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces (CDC.gov).
The winter holiday season can be very busy and exciting, but PLEASE remember to be aware of your surroundings while driving and safely share the road with pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcycles, school buses, and other automobiles.
We hope this month’s selections provide timely reminders for driving and give you some inspiration as we approach the end of the year. Please utilize them as much as possible. We look forward to an exciting new year!
Grateful,
Patrick
A very busy travel season is days away. As we are ALL on the road, remember to watch for signs of human trafficking and report as necessary. Human trafficking is inherently a hard topic to talk about or even acknowledge. This BLOG post discusses a free training program and certification that should be completed by, frankly, everyone.
Explore the evolution of school buses – from the horse-drawn carriage to the modern school bus.
If you are stopped by a law enforcement officer, follow these best practices.
With the increase of children identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder, consider these behavior management techniques for those who ride the school bus.
Children have been transported to schools by unique vehicles since the 1880s. See the progression in this quick video.
In 2019, the Georgia Association for Pupil Transportation (GAPT) helped their members get a course or two closer to National certification with scholarships to complete NAPT Online Certification courses. One hundred and twenty-five (125) scholarships were awarded. In 2020, GAPT doubled that number. GAPT remains committed with another 250 scholarships for their members working toward an NAPT Certification in 2021!
Encouraging the education and advancement of their members is great for GAPT, Georgia, and the entire pupil transportation industry as it builds a strong, capable, and determined workforce. The GAPT Professional Development Scholarship Program is an easy model for any association that wants to provide an enticing incentive for membership or conference attendance.
NAPT currently offers 4 professional certification designations, created specifically for student transportation professionals:
We’ve added new courses to our Professional Development portal! These courses are related to food prep, diversity, active shooter response, and more.
CDC recommends that you wear masks in public settings around people who don’t live in your household and when you can’t stay 6 feet away from others. Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19 to others.
This video presents information concerning how to recognize the warning signs of bullying.
A three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts is the recommendation for reopening.
