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STS Highlights: October 2025

October

STS Highlights: October 2025

Staying Safe on Halloween, Staying Connected, and Looking Ahead

This fall brings both exciting opportunities and important reminders for our community. Safety remains a top priority, whether it’s staying alert on Halloween night or making sure your department is prepared with updated emergency procedures. We’re here to provide resources that help with planning, training, and response so you can stay focused on what matters most. At the same time, we’re looking forward to the NAPT 2025 Conference and Trade Show in Grand Rapids. As a longtime NAPT Partner, we’re eager to connect with you, share updates on our online training courses, and work together to meet training needs at every level including state, district, school, and department.

Thank you for your continued partnership,

    Patrick


Success

Our Annual Halloween Reminder – Vigilance Saves Lives

Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year for children. Please stay alert while driving. Trick-or-treaters are often excited, distracted, and hard to see. Slow down, stay vigilant, and watch your surroundings to help keep everyone safe.

See Halloween Safety Tips


Experience NAPT ACTS 2025

It’s not too late to be part of the 2025 NAPT ACTS!

The NAPT 2025 Conference & Trade Show brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the country to share best practices, explore new solutions, and shape the future of school transportation. We look forward to seeing you in Grand Rapids, MI!

Register for the Conference


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Basics of ELDT Requirements

Some say obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) has become more complicated with the new Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements. We disagree! At its core, ELDT involves theory training, behind-the-wheel and/or range training, and a skills or knowledge test. CDL applicants must also meet age requirements, pass a DOT physical, complete fingerprinting, and undergo a background check to verify identity, driving history, and training. Smart Horizons makes it easier by offering online THEORY training.

ELDT Answers

Smart Horizons Training


Active Shooter Response 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


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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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AI Continues to Improve

ChatGPT passed the Turing Test. Now what? In a recent trial, 73% of participants believed they were talking to a human, sparking fresh questions about the future of machine and artificial intelligence.

Read the Article at the Popular Science Website


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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


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We’ll See You in Grand Rapids, MI!

As a longtime NAPT Partner, we are always excited for the NAPT Conference and Trade Show. You can find me at the Trade Show, in sessions, and at other conference activities. I’ll be available to answer questions about our online training courses and look forward to working with state, district, school, and department leaders to meet their training needs.

Learn More About the NAPT Conference

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Posted in Blog on October 16th, 2025. No Comments.



It’s Not Too Late: Secure Your Spot at NAPT 2025!

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ACTS 2025

Be There When the Industry Comes Together

Advance Your Career with Resources from NAPT

It’s not too late to be part of the premier event in pupil transportation!

The NAPT 2025 Conference & Trade Show brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the country to share best practices, explore new solutions, and shape the future of school transportation.

  • Gain insights from expert speakers
  • Network with peers and partners
  • Explore the latest products and technologies
  • Earn valuable professional development credits

You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow.

Register today to secure your place at NAPT ACTS 2025!

Conference Registration

We look forward to seeing you there,

Patrick Willi
School Training Solutions
pwilli@schooltrainingsolutions.com
1-800-261-6248  Customer Support

Posted in Blog on October 9th, 2025. No Comments.



Strengthen Your Emergency Preparedness


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Emergency Procedures: Best Practices
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Recent events may have prompted you, your department, or your organization to reevaluate Emergency Procedures. Please feel free to utilize this Best Practices Flyer as a quick reference resource for planning, training, and response.

If you have a training need, we’re confident we have courses that will benefit your employees, strengthen organizational preparedness, and help you meet compliance and training goals. Our programs are designed to be flexible, practical, and immediately applicable in the workplace.

Explore our catalog today and let us know how we can support your safety and professional development initiatives.

*Download time may vary based on internet speed.

Full Course Catalog* 21st Century Training Topics Contact

Simplify your training,

Patrick Willi
School Training Solutions
pwilli@schooltrainingsolutions.com
1-800-261-6248 Customer Support

Posted in Blog on October 2nd, 2025. No Comments.



NAPT Conference Regional Assemblies

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ACTS 2025

Introducing NAPT Regional Assemblies!

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NAPT is excited to launch a new program called Regional Assemblies at the Annual Conference and Trade Show (ACTS) 2025. This new initiative is a great opportunity to connect, collaborate, and create impact with your Region Director and peers.

These assemblies are designed to focus on region-specific priorities, from challenges to best practices, while giving you a platform to share the issues and solutions that matter most to your community.

What You’ll Gain at Regional Assemblies:

  • Connect locally, impact nationally: Build meaningful relationships with colleagues in your region while contributing to conversations that influence the entire industry.
  • Collaborate and learn: Exchange proven strategies, practical insights, and success stories from districts facing challenges like your own.
  • Join the fun: Take part in choosing your region’s representative for a special game during one of the general sessions.

Let’s make this year’s ACTS an event to remember!

Conference Registration

Here’s to stronger connections and new ideas,

Patrick Willi
School Training Solutions
pwilli@schooltrainingsolutions.com
1-800-261-6248  Customer Support

Posted in Blog on September 30th, 2025. No Comments.



STS Highlights: September 2025

September

STS Highlights: September 2025

New School Year, Smarter Training: Safety and Development for Your Staff

As the school year gets underway, it’s the perfect time to refocus, plan ahead, and strengthen your team’s skills. Whether you’re customizing training for your staff, ensuring compliance with CDL theory requirements, or exploring safety and professional development resources, Smart Horizons is here to support your goals. In this edition, you’ll find practical tools, timely updates, and flexible solutions designed to keep your team safe, confident, and ready for the challenges ahead.

Wishing you a smooth start to the new school year,

    Patrick


Success

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


Experience NAPT ACTS 2025

Experience NAPT ACTS 2025!

Here, we unite as a community of committed professionals in student transportation. The synergy among attendees fuels a dynamic environment where creativity thrives and progress is made. Attendees are not just envisioning a better future—they are actively shaping it.

Be a Part of NAPT ACTS!


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Streamline Training with Online S Endorsement Theory

In 2023 the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that school bus drivers held over 371,500 jobs nationwide. Yet, with the ongoing challenge of filling driver seats, the demand for qualified professionals remains high. For those interested in transportation and student safety, becoming a school bus driver is more than just a job. It’s a career path with stability and purpose. Our Smart Horizons curriculum track meets the THEORY training requirement.

Streamline S Endorsement THEORY Training

ELDT Theory Training Options


Active Shooter Response 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


STS Universal crossing signals

School Bus Danger Zones & Universal Crossing Signals

School is back in session making it the perfect time to revisit two critical safety topics in pupil transportation. These visual guides to school bus danger zones and universal crossing signals serve as valuable reminders for drivers, staff, and students. They can be shared digitally or printed and posted for quick, everyday reference.

Download the Universal Crossing Signals Flyer

Download the School Bus Danger Zones Flyer


SS Titanic

Rare Letters from a Titanic Passenger

Few pieces of history resonate with me as deeply as the story of the Titanic—both because of my interest in maritime history and my experience as a SCUBA diver. The ship remains a symbol of both historical significance and modern relevance. This article highlights the lives of individuals aboard the Titanic before the tragic end of its maiden voyage.

Read the Article on Smithsonian magazine


Children running to the school bus

Can I Pass a Stopped School Bus?

Every year, the number of motorists illegally passing school buses increases, indicating that many drivers are either unaware of or choosing to ignore school bus laws. To help inform, we’ve created a free resource that compiles school bus stopping laws from every state.

See School Bus Passing Laws


Posted in Blog on September 16th, 2025. No Comments.



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