Discusses areas that have provided the bulk of negligence claims against public school districts while transporting students: (1) bus stop locations, (2) duration of responsibility, (3) school bus boarding supervision, (4) driving a bus negligently, (5) driver violations, and (6) inadequate supervision during transit. Appended are 19 notes. (MLF)

The observational study examined the frequency and severity of misbehaviors of 98 behaviorally disordered adolescents on both mainstreamed and categorical bus transportation arrangements. Data indicated a dramatic increase in frequency and severity of misbehavior during the period of categorical transportation with a parallel increase in the…

Successful school bus drivers bring much more than mechanical know-how to the job. They develop good rapport with students while acting to bring undesirable student behavior under control. Drivers must also show an interest in students' welfare and have a good sense of humor. (MLH)

Outlines the information necessary for schedule calculation of school bus runs. Describes the use of The Quick Route Optimizer software program for computer calculation of school bus routes. Includes four charts. (MD)

Discusses the potential capabilities in computerization available for management of school transportation systems.(MD)

Using contract management services for their student transportation programs, school districts can maintain local control and accountability, limit administrative costs, improve management continuity, and reduce staff overhead. Competition for contract renewal stimulates service improvement. (MCG)

This document outlines measures to enhance the safe transportation of children to and from school. It reports that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is dedicated to the highest standards of safety in school buses, and it outlines some of the NHTSA guidelines, such as rollover protection, body-joint strength, seat belts,…

At Northern Illinois University, students pay for an intracampus bus that has relieved transportation problems on the campus. (PG)

The President of the National Air Carriers Association explains how colleges can obtain the greatest degree in safety in air operations. (Editor)

In suburban-rural Albemarle County (Virginia), computer assistance in evaluating manually-designed school bus routes helped increase efficiency in pupil transportation and reduce the number of routes, buses, and vacant seats. (RW)

Discusses the pros and cons of diesel fuel and propane gas as alternative fuel systems for school buses. (Author/MLF)

In the area of school transportation for handicapped children, three issues need attention: the driving ability of the vehicle operator; the child management abilities of the operator and his/her aide, if any; and the safety of the vehicle. The article lists many sources of information on the topic. (SB)

Antibusing attitudes did not even indirectly contribute to "White flight" in the Pontiac school district. Unfortunately, the solution to the problem of "White flight" involves creating an attractive urban environment and creating a society free from racism. (Author/IRT)

Argues for the importance of using classroom time to teach elementary students the proper ways to get on and off buses. Suggests some approaches to use in teaching safety. (IRT)

User charges can effectively raise additional money and may be a substitute for tuition increases. With a price determined, a service can be expanded or contracted to its proper size, allowing dollars to be spent elsewhere. (Author)