STS Highlights: April 2023

As I put together this month’s Highlights, it was raining and I remembered the proverb, “April showers bring May flowers.” As the season and weather changes, remain vigilant on the potentially wet roads.

April also marks two very important themes for child safety. Blue ribbons signify Child Abuse Awareness, while multi-colored ribbons (or puzzle pieces) signify Autism Acceptance.

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.

All the best,
Patrick

National Child Abuse Prevention

The campaign recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect.

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Online Courses

Autism Acceptance

The Autism Society of America is building a legacy to create connections and empower everyone in the Autism community to live fully with acceptance and support.

Support Autism Acceptance

Free Autism Resource

NAPT Conference & Trade Show

The conference offers Professional Development Series (PDS) opportunities, dynamic and interactive sessions, fun evening events, and the unequaled Trade Show.

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Access & Reduce Stress Levels

Understanding the effects of stress helps individuals recognize stress in themselves and others and respond better to stressful events.

Manage Stress

Just for Fun: A History of April Fools’ Day

Did you fall for a particular April Fools’ prank this year? The actual history of the prank-filled day is fascinating!.

Learn the Origins

NAPT Certification

Become certified and proudly use your designation to show your commitment to your career and the pupil transportation profession.

NAPT Certification

Annual In-Service for School Bus Drivers

In most cases, school bus drivers are required to complete training each year to maintain their license. Online training is an affordable option to maintain compliance.

Enroll Drivers

School Bus Cleaning & Disinfecting

School transportation departments are in a unique position to provide an effective strategy for slowing the spread of illness with consistent disinfection.

Download Infographic

STS Highlights: March 2023

This year, I’ve been focused on the concept of Spring Cleaning. I’m doing it more than I ever have before at both home and work. It’’s oddly fulfilling, easily scalable, and 100% controllable within my life. It provides a simple task with a positive outcome.

Spring cleaning is not new. Cleaning, repairing, and organizing encourages a fresh start with the new season, and the concept easily transitions to a bus garage BECAUSE cleaning promotes maintenance and safety. Cleaning and disinfecting is a simple task that protects against contagions. Do your drivers clean and disinfect?

Appreciatively,
Patrick

School Bus Cleaning & Disinfecting

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.

Download Infographic

NAPT Road Show

The Road Show is an intimate event, designed to foster strategic conversations, align professional insights, and examine the common issues faced in pupil transportation.

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More Daylight Can Improve Mental Health

Some people react to the shorter daylight hours in winter differently than others. For those who experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), more daylight in Spring helps significantly.

Learn about SAD

A Trend Toward Telecommuting

Companies are embracing the remote, telecommuting, and hybrid employment models in 2023. Support your workforce with online training!

View Online Options

Just for Fun: Best U.S. National Parks in Spring

I’d like to share this list of the 10 Best National Parks to Visit in March 2023 from EarthTrekkers.com.

Read the List

NAPT Certification

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• Earn Competitive Advantage
• Increase Earning Potential
• Update Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Build Professional Credibility
• Network within the Industry

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Spring cleaning is a tradition in many households because cleaning, repairing, and organizing encourages a fresh start with the new season. This concept easily transitions to a bus garage and promotes maintenance and safety. Do your drivers clean and disinfect?

Cleaning and disinfecting is a simple task that protects against contagions. 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 FREE School Bus Cleaning & Disinfecting infographic.

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STS Highlights: February 2023

Black History Month remains a time to honor the contributions and legacy of African Americans from activists and civil rights pioneers to leaders in industry, politics, science, and culture. The month-long celebration drives conversations about diversity and inclusivity.

February is our shortest month of the year and thematically, the busiest. In addition to Black History Month, we also have Valentine’s Day, Random Acts of Kindness Month, and Canned Food Month. Please utilize the resources I’ve curated below. I plan to focus on:

• Promoting diversity and inclusivity
• Practicing sexual harassment awareness
• Engaging in random acts of kindness
• Providing a local food pantry with donated canned goods

Appreciatively,
Patrick

Celebrate Black History

Multiple U.S. Government entities joined in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.

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Support a Local Food Pantry

FoodPantries.org is not associated with any government agency or nonprofit. Find and connect with a local food pantry to learn about upcoming food distributions, apply for assistance, or make donations.

Your Local Food Pantry

Random Acts of Kindness

Spread kindness all month, and join the annual Random Acts of Kindness Day (RAK DAY) celebration on February 17th!

Learn More

Diversity Training

Embrace diversity, communication, tolerance, and respect.

Enroll

FREE Valentine’s Day Cards

Download, print and hand out these free Valentine’s Day cards!

Download & Print Set One

Download & Print Set Two

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Infographic

Learn about 5 types of sexual harassment found in the workplace.

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Sexual Harassment Awareness Training

Learn how to fight sexual harassment in the workplace with these courses.

• Introduction to Sexual Harassment
• Sexual Harassment Awareness Overview
• Sexual Harassment in the Office
• Sexual Harassment: Prevention and Response

Enroll

NAPT Certification

Become certified and proudly use your designation to show your commitment to your career and the pupil transportation profession.

• Earn Competitive Advantage
• Increase Earning Potential
• Update Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Build Professional Credibility
• Network within the Industry

NAPT Certification

Take the Flu Seriously!

GET THE SHOT! Flu viruses are constantly changing so it’s not unusual for new variants to appear. A lot of research goes into each year’s vaccine. The best way to reduce the risk of flu and its serious complications is by getting vaccinated each year.

CDC Influenza Resources

Respiratory Illness

Prevention measures are largely the same for ANY respiratory illness.
Get vaccinated and boosted.

Celebrate Black History Month with Diversity & Inclusivity

Black History Month began in 1976 to honor the accomplishments of black Americans throughout history. Today, Black History Month remains a time to honor the contributions and legacy of African Americans from activists and civil rights pioneers to leaders in industry, politics, science, and culture. The month-long celebration drives conversations about diversity and inclusivity.

• Diversity focuses on introducing a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and differences into your office culture.
• Inclusivity focuses on making sure all diversity is truly valued and all employees feel involved, respected, and treated fairly.

This month is the perfect time to further embrace cultural diversity, multiculturalism, tolerance, and acceptance in the workplace.

Seek diversity,
Patrick Willi