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STS Highlights: November 2025

Posted in Blog on November 18th, 2025.

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STS Highlights: November 2025

Gratitude, Growth, and Safer Roads Ahead

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re feeling especially grateful for all the transportation professionals who keep their communities safe and moving every day. In this issue, we’re talking about giving thanks with intention, finding the right training plan for your goals, and keeping your NAPT Conference momentum going. You’ll also find flexible options for Passenger Endorsement ELDT training, important safety topics like active shooter response training and emergency procedures, and a few tips to help you plan and save for retirement. And don’t forget to save the date for OKAPT ACTS 2026!

With gratitude,

    Patrick


Bountiful Thanksgiving Table

This Thanksgiving, Give Thanks with Intention

This Thanksgiving season, we invite you to take a moment to slow down, reconnect, and give back in meaningful ways. Here are a few small but powerful ways to make the most of the holiday:

  • Practice Mindful Gratitude: Take a quiet moment to reflect on what went right this year and who helped make it happen.
  • Unplug to Reconnect: Step away from screens and share a meal, a story, or even a walk with the people who matter most.
  • Give Sustainably: Reduce waste by planning portions wisely or donating excess food to a local shelter.

Happy bus driver

Flexible Online Theory Training to Meet Your P Endorsement Requirements

We’re here to help you meet ELDT theory requirements with flexible, online Passenger Endorsement training that fits your schedule and gets you road-ready. With our course, you’ll:

  • Fulfill FMCSA ELDT Passenger Endorsement THEORY requirements
  • Learn essential safety protocols for transporting passengers
  • Complete the required theory curriculum at your own pace

As an approved Training Provider, Smart Horizons offers ELDT courses that align with federal standards, ensuring compliance and seamless reporting to the Training Provider Registry (TPR).

ELDT Compliant Passenger (P) Endorsement Theory Training


Retirement plan

Planning and Savings Make a Big Difference in Retirement

Preparing for retirement, and after, involves two main categories: financial planning and estate planning. A solid plan ensures your long-term financial security and provides clear instructions to your loved ones for a smoother transition after the inevitable. This resource helps start the financial planning process.

The Top Ten Ways to START Planning


Online Education and Training

Keep Your NAPT Momentum Going

The NAPT Conference may have wrapped up for the year, but many participants are continuing their journey toward certification and ongoing professional growth. If you’d like to keep building your skills, earning certification credits, or expanding your knowledge base, explore NAPT’s Online Professional Development Series (PDS).

Take a Look at the Online Courses

Enroll Now


Active shooter training

Active Shooter Response Training

We recognize that this is a difficult but necessary topic. To help schools and staff prepare, we offer Active Shooter Response Training designed to promote awareness, prevention, and readiness. The course includes two independent lessons (2 Hours / .02 CEUs) and is available for immediate enrollment.

This theory training is built to provide staff with clear, practical guidance for protecting themselves and others should the unthinkable occur.

Enroll in Training


OKAPT ACTS

Save the Date: OKAPT ACTS 2026!

Get ready for a milestone year! The OKAPT 50th Annual Conference & Trade Show is coming June 7–11, 2026, in Durant, Oklahoma.

Join transportation professionals from across the state for five days of inspiration, hands-on learning, and industry innovation while celebrating the organization’s golden anniversary!

More Details to Follow


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One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Customize Your Training Plan

We offer a custom option that allows districts to choose the exact lessons your team needs. Whether you’re focusing on in-service, professional development, or building career ladders, you can tailor a training plan that aligns with your goals.

Peruse Our Course Catalog

Create a Training Plan


Emergency Procedures Flyer

Emergency Procedures: Best Practices for Safety

Recent events may have prompted you, your department, or your organization to revisit emergency procedures. This Best Practices flyer is available as a quick reference to support planning, training, and response.

Flyer Download Options


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