Welcome to the October edition of the Route Report, SBL’s monthly recommendations to help transportation teams stay ahead. With school in full swing, October is the time to confirm accurate student counts, prepare for state reporting, and get the right data in place for upcoming budget talks.

See how Bedford County School District transformed its transportation operations with School Bus Logistics. Through route analysis, supervisor training, and a full department audit, Bedford improved on-time performance, streamlined communication, and created consistent SOPs — saving time, money, and stress while ensuring students get to school safely every day.

Welcome to the September edition of the Route Report, SBL’s monthly recommendations to help transportation teams stay ahead. September is the time to look back on school startup, gather key data, and make adjustments that keep routes running safely and efficiently all year.

Unanswered emails and misplaced messages cause delays and confusion for bus stop changes. RouteHub’s Transportation Forms streamline communication and connect requests directly to the routing team.

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts curate their recommendations for what your routing department should focus on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. August is all about stress-testing your routes like they’re live, because soon, they will be.

Too often, transportation teams raise concerns that never reach resolution. RouteHub’s Student Incident Forms create a simple digital paper trail, making it easier to keep your administration accountable and support safer rides. 

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts curate their recommendations for what your routing department should focus on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. July is where the rubber meets the road, when school start prep shifts from planning to execution. 

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts curate their recommendations for what your routing department should focus on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. June is a pivotal month — time to wrap up the past year and get a jump on what’s next. Here’s what to prioritize now.

Hear transportation directors experienced in EV bus implementation talk about learnings, best practices, and their thoughts on the future in our webinar recording. 

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts will curate their recommendations for what your routing department should be focusing on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. In May, we’re closing out the 2024–25 school year and laying groundwork for the fall.

Handling difficult parent behavior in school transportation starts with understanding where it’s coming from and using smart strategies to de-escalate. From setting boundaries to knowing when you need backup, here’s a guide to dealing with tough conversations like a pro.

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts will curate their recommendations for what your routing department should focus on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. In April, we’re focusing on phase two of summer school prep and setting the foundation for school start.

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts will curate their recommendations for what your routing department should be focusing on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. In March, we’re focusing on getting a head start on summer school.

Dave Sollectio has joined our team as Sales Manager. With more than 13 years of experience in the education technology sector, Sollectio brings deep industry knowledge and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by school districts and bus companies.

The Route Report from School Bus Logistics. Each month, our experts will curate their recommendations for what your routing department should be focusing on. This guidance is tailored to the time of year as well as the latest in industry news and best practices. In February, we’re focusing on staff efficiencies and budgeting.

Is your district looking to switch to electric vehicles? School Bus Logistics and our partner Microgrid Labs can help simplify the transition with planning, procurement, and implementation tailored to your district. 

We’ve upgraded our RouteHub communication portal to let drivers log behavioral incidents in real-time, empowering schools with instant, cloud-based reporting for safer and more responsive student transportation.

SBL attended this year's STN EXPO in Reno, Nevada. The conference was packed with insightful conversations, festive events, and new connections from start to finish. We're recapping our top takeaways from our sessions and panel discussions.

Greg Jackson, former Jefferson County School District Executive Director of Transportation and Fleet Services, created these eight positive affirmations for leaders. Shift your mindset to foster better cultures that drive superior results.

School districts gearing up for summer school and the 2024–25 academic year can get much-needed support from School Bus Logistics (SBL). We offer both offsite and onsite support to get students advanced to the next grade and assigned to new routes.