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How to Help Your Child Keep Warm at the School Bus Stop

Posted January 11, 2024 by Jack

young school boy bundled up waiting outside for school bus

As the chill of January sweeps in, ensuring your child is warm and comfortable while waiting for the school bus becomes a top priority. Failure to prepare properly for winter weather can seriously harm your children’s health and well-being. Here are some practical tips to keep your children cozy and safe at the bus stop this chilly season! Dress Them in Warm Layers Layering is key in combating the cold. Start with a base layer that sits snug against their skin – think thermal underwear or a long-sleeved cotton shirt. Add a middle layer like a fleece or wool sweater… Read more »

Tips on Preparing Your Child’s School Bus Route

Posted August 4, 2023 by Jack

Smiling mother standing with son giving high five near school bus stop

Summer break is coming to a close, and soon the sound of school buses rolling down the busy streets will mark the start of a new school year. For many students, the school bus ride is a crucial part of their daily routine. This journey plays a critical role in setting the tone for their day, so ensuring they are comfortable and safe is important. Here are a few tips and best practices for establishing and maintaining a safe commute on your child’s bus route. Understanding the School Bus System Numerous buses travel through neighborhoods daily, transporting students to their… Read more »

How to Prepare Your School Bus for Summer Break

Posted June 3, 2023 by Jack

Classmates going to school by bus leaning out of the window smiling cheerful

With the end of the school year approaching and summer break just around the corner, it’s important for school bus owners and operators to get ready for the off-season. Proper maintenance and storage strategies are key to keeping the buses in good condition when the new school year begins. Here is some helpful advice on preparing your school bus for the summer break! Conduct a Thorough Inspection and Perform Maintenance Before parking your school bus for the summer break, conducting a thorough inspection is crucial to identify any mechanical issues or signs of wear. Check the engine, brakes, tires, and… Read more »

What Factors Contribute to the Life Expectancy of a School Bus?

Posted March 10, 2023 by Jack

two yellow school buses lined up next to each other

School buses are a necessary form of transportation for students nationwide. Families rely on them to get their children to and from school safely, and they benefit communities in many other ways. So, it’s important that they stay well-maintained and in good condition for as long as they can. But like everything else in life, school buses age, and depending on how often they are used, you must regularly evaluate them and ensure they can perform on the road. Here are a few factors that contribute to the life expectancy of a school bus! Regular Maintenance Twelve years is the… Read more »

How to Plan a Successful School Field Trip

Posted January 6, 2023 by Jack

Group of school children with teacher on field trip in nature, learning science.

The winter months can be boring and dreary to young school children. Having a fun activity to look forward to can help them get through their wintertime blues. Field trips are a great way to get kids out of the classroom and take their education into the real world. There are many options for hands-on learning, from museums and aquariums to the local library and botanical gardens. Here are a few ways to plan a successful school field trip! Choose Your Destination Where you decide to take the students usually depends on the type of class you are teaching them…. Read more »

11 Tips for School Bus Safety

Posted August 16, 2022 by Jack

Panorama view of classic traditional yellow school bus standing on a parking lot on a beautiful sunny day with blue sky in summer in North America

With school already starting for some, millions of American children will soon begin taking the bus each day. Most school children and adults who encounter the buses on their daily commute understand the proper precautions to keep everyone safe. However, rules must also be enforced by neighborhoods, school boards, and states. Here are eleven tips for school bus safety that everyone should be aware of! Tips for Students Taking School Buses There are many things students can do to stay safe when they catch a school bus. The following should be exercised: Arrive at the bus stop several minutes early to… Read more »

4 Fun Facts About School Buses

Posted September 1, 2021 by Jack

By the time September rolls around, school buses are a common daily sight for regular commuters. They’re also a daily part of life for millions of students across the country, their parents, and everyone in each school district working to keep them running. All of those people benefit from the school bus system, as does everyone in a community that uses school buses. But beyond what part they may play in your regular routine, how much do you really know about school buses? Probably not a lot. Let’s fix that with a few fun facts about these amazing vehicles! 1)… Read more »

How School Buses Benefit the Entire Community

Posted July 19, 2021 by Jack

School buses are an essential component to every school system. Once you’ve finished school, you likely forgot just how important they are. In fact, the only time you probably give school buses a second thought as an adult is when you’re stuck behind one on the road or one picks up your child in the mornings. But if you think about it, you’ll realize that a school bus system’s contribution goes beyond a single district and actually benefits the entire community. Check out just a few of the ways school buses are improving your neighborhood! School buses make education more… Read more »

What to Do If Your Child is Afraid of Taking the School Bus

Posted January 20, 2021 by Jack

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For us seasoned adults, the idea of taking the bus somewhere is pretty simple. Most of us have done it so many times by the time we’re older, we forget just how nerve-wracking that first bus trip can be. For your kids, that first ride is probably going to be on a school bus. If your child is starting a new school, going to school for the first time, or coming up on the first year you won’t be able to drive them every day, the idea of taking the bus may be scary. Fortunately, there are some simple steps… Read more »

5 School Bus Technologies to Upgrade Your Fleet

Posted December 22, 2020 by Jack

New and Used School Buses for Sale in Las Vegas, NV

Classrooms these days look a lot different than they did even just a decade ago, thanks to advancements in technology. Chalk boards have been replaced with smart boards, workbooks with tablets, homework bins with online dropboxes, and much more. These innovations in accessible technology have done a lot to enhance the learning experience for students, as well as the teaching experiencing for instructors. New technologies are going beyond just the classroom though. In fact, we’ve taken them all the way to the school bus! If you’re looking to take your school bus fleet to the next level, here are a… Read more »

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