STS Highlights September 2022

STS Highlights: September 2022

Summer has ended. School has started. Autumn is here. I’m welcoming cooler temperatures, less allergens, and the fall leaf color change.

The goal with these monthly resources is always to help elevate your career, department, or organization. Please SHARE this post with anyone who could benefit from the content. As always, we take pride in helping you meet your training requirements and goals.

Welcome to Autumn,
Patrick

The Road Show: Nashville

All student transportation directors and supervisors are encouraged to attend this intimate event, designed to foster strategic conversations, align our professional insights, and examine the common issues that we all face.

Event Details

Navigating Through Roundabouts

A Roundabout is a one-way circular intersection without traffic signals in which traffic flows around a center island that operates with yield control at the entry points, and gives priority to vehicles within the Roundabout. Roundabouts move traffic safely and efficiently through an intersection.

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Security Enhanced Daily School Bus Inspections

Daily school bus safety inspections are an industry standard. Drivers are familiar with pre- and post-trip inspections that aid in maintaining safe vehicle operation. These inspections commonly focus on mechanical components from a safety and functionality perspective. For a more robust daily inspection, consider ADDING and/or MODIFYING items with a security focus.

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Cleaning & Disinfecting a School Bus

One of the most effective strategies for slowing the spread of ANY illness is by implementing a consistent cleaning and disinfection protocol for your school bus fleet.

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A High School Diploma & Career-Based Education

Smart Horizons Career Online High School (SHCOHS) offers affordable, career-based online education for individuals who need high school diplomas to access better career and educational opportunities.

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Posted in Blog on September 15th, 2022. No Comments.

Importance of Cleaning and Disinfecting a School Bus

The past couple of years has highlighted the importance of cleaning and disinfecting to protect against contagens. As a result, school transportation departments are in a unique position to provide a very effective strategy for slowing the spread of ANY illness with a consistent disinfection protocol for the school bus fleet.

School Training Solutions is proud to provide a Cleaning & Disinfecting a School Bus infographic for FREE download.

We can also help add an online component to your employee training curriculum. Let us know how we can help you, your department, or your organization.

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Posted in Blog on September 1st, 2022. No Comments.

STS Highlights August 2022

STS Highlights: August 2022

For those who work in education, August marks the end of summer break and the return to school. It is the time of year the parents are buying school supplies, kids are packing their new backpacks, and school administrators are preparing for the upcoming year. We hope this month’s content selections help you ease into the school year.

The goal with these monthly resources is always to help elevate your career, department, or organization. As always, we take pride in helping you meet your training requirements and goals.

School is in session,
Patrick

The Road Show: Nashville

Event Details

Heat Related Illness

Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness.

Learn Warning Signs

Annual In-Service Training
Annual In-Service Training

School bus drivers are often required to take yearly training. Our online in-service catalog is a great choice.

See the Course List

Cleaning & Disinfecting a School Bus

One of the most effective strategies for slowing the spread of ANY illness is by implementing a consistent cleaning and disinfection protocol for your school bus fleet.

Download Infographic

A High School Diploma & Career-Based Education

Smart Horizons Career Online High School (SHCOHS) offers affordable, career-based online education for individuals who need high school diplomas to access better career and educational opportunities.

More Information

Security Enhanced School Bus Inspections

Daily pre- & posttrip school bus safety inspections are an industry standard that
aid in maintaining safe vehicle operation. For a more robust daily inspection, consider ADDING and/or MODIFYING items with a security focus.

Download Checklist

Posted in Blog on August 16th, 2022. No Comments.

STS Highlights July 2022

STS Highlights: July 2022

July is a time to focus on freedom, independence, and celebrations of country and culture. Take an opportunity to sit down and re-read these three very important historical documents. I’ve linked to the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Declaration of Independence below so you can add them to your reading list for the month.

Enjoy your summer break if you have one, but WATCH THE HEAT!

The goal with these monthly resources is always to help elevate your career, department, or organization. Please SHARE this information with anyone who could benefit from the content. As always, we take pride in helping you meet your training requirements and goals.

Enjoy the summer,
Patrick

Important Documents in U.S. History

Take a moment to read the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and Constitution!

Declaration of Independence

The Bill of Rights

The Constitution

Heat Related Illness

Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness.

Learn Warning Signs

A Flashing Yellow
LEFT Arrow?

These advanced traffic signals are being integrated in place of older solid colored traffic lights to improve traffic flow and clarify turn options.

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NAPT Career Center

Are you looking for a new job in the pupil transportation industry? Use the NAPT Career Center to post a resume, apply for jobs, and get job alerts.

Get Started

Benefits of Online Training

Online courses continue to grow in popularity as an effective method of training because of the benefits to online training when compared to conventional classroom training.

Compare the Benefits

Emergency Procedure Best Practices

Evaluate your organization’s Emergency Procedures with these best practices.

Free Resources

Using a Fire Extinguisher

This is a short instructional video that demonstrates the P.A.S.S. Procedure for using a fire extinguisher.

Watch the Video

Busing on the Lookout

With summer upon us, many drivers have the extra time to complete additional training. While this particular training may not be REQUIRED in your area, it is extremely important for ANY driver. The hour it takes can literally save a life.

More About BOTL

Posted in Blog on July 14th, 2022. No Comments.

STS Highlights June 2022

STS Highlights: June 2022

June typically marks Conference Season. With schools out and bus drivers on break, summer is a great time for conferences and trade shows. These events are great opportunities for networking, to see new technologies, and to receive training. For those of you who are able to travel, enjoy these experiences and do everything you can to support your State and National Pupil Transportation entities!

The goal with these monthly resources is always to help elevate your career, department, or organization. Please FORWARD this email to anyone who could benefit from the content. As always, we take pride in helping you meet your training requirements and goals.

Enjoy the summer,
Patrick

Busing on the Lookout

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NAPT Career Center

Are you looking for a new job in the pupil transportation industry? Use the NAPT Career Center to post a resume, apply for jobs, and get job alerts.

Get Started

A Flashing Yellow
LEFT Arrow?

These advanced traffic signals are being integrated in place of older solid colored traffic lights to improve traffic flow and clarify turn options.

Download Infographic

Emergency Procedure Best Practices

Evaluate your organization’s Emergency Procedures with these best practices.

Free Resources

Annual Driver In-Service

Most school bus drivers are required to take yearly in-service training to remain safe and effective. ONLINE training is a viable option for in-service requirements.

In-Service Options

Prevent Active Shooter Situations

While you may have dedicated security personnel, every employee should have a basic understanding of campus safety. Violence can happen in any school.

Download Infographic

Earn a High School Diploma Online

Smart Horizons Career Online High School (SHCOHS) is part of the world’s first Cognia/SACS/NCA/NWAC accredited, nationally recognized, private online school district. Believing that everyone is capable of achieving a high school education when they have a program designed to fit their needs, we offer affordable, career-based online education for individuals who need high school diplomas to access better career and educational opportunities.

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Posted in Blog on June 21st, 2022. No Comments.

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