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

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

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 Take an opportunity to sit down and re-read these three very important historical documents.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.

Download Infographic

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

More About BOTL

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.

Learn More

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

Understanding a Lighted LEFT Arrow Traffic Signal

Have you seen a new, lighted left arrow traffic signal? These advanced traffic signals are being integrated in place of older solid traffic lights to improve traffic flow and clarify turn options. We’ve produced a simple resource to illustrate your options at this type of signal.

From time to time we produce free resources like this one to highlight new techniques, provide recommendations, or communicate public service announcements. These Print Materials, Infographics, Videos, and Articles are available on our Resources page.

Understanding a
Lighted LEFT Arrow

See All Our
FREE Resources

Posted in Blog on June 7th, 2022. No Comments.

STS Highlights May 2022

STS Highlights: May 2022

May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and National Bike Month!

After the last two years, many people are realizing that stress, isolation, and uncertainty have taken a toll on their mental health. Maintaining good mental health plays a big role in your overall well-being. When you’re mentally healthy, you are able to enjoy your life and the people in it, feel good about yourself, keep up good relationships, and deal with stress.

More about Mental Health Month

What To Do When You Need Help

National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more people to give it a try. Cycling is a low impact activity that is great for physical and mental health. It is a good muscle workout and increases cardiovascular fitness, builds muscle strength and flexibility, improves joint mobility, decreases stress levels, and reduces anxiety and depression.

More about National Bike Month

I’ve selected resources below that align with these themes. 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.

Be healthy,
Patrick

National Bike Month

Everyone is encouraged to #BikeThere during National Bike Month. For some, this means Bike to Work Week and/or Day and for others, it means biking to coffee or around the block.

Learn More

Doing What Matters in Times of Stress

This WHO guide aims to equip people with practical skills to help cope with stress.

Cope with Stress

10 Things You’ve Forgotten Since Driver’s Education

When was the last time you had a Driver’s Ed refresher?

View Infographic

NAPT Membership

The National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) is the school transportation industry’s largest and most diverse membership organization.

Join

Biking to Work (Video)

See what it is like to share the road from a cyclist’s perspective.

View Video/Blog

Training’s Role in Health & Wellness

Research shows that learning new skills can improve your mental health and wellbeing by boosting self-confidence, raising self-esteem, building a sense of purpose, and helping you to connect with others. NOW is a great time to explore interests and feel achievement through education and training.

Complete Course Library

Posted in Blog on May 17th, 2022. No Comments.

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