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Early Bird Rate for TSD Conference Currently Underway
Excited for the 2017 TSD Conference in Frisco, Texas? Check out
tsdconference.com for the 2017 schedule-at-a-glance that details our new educational overview of general sessions, speakers and workshops. The Early Bird registration rate of $399 is now in effect, but not for much longer. Don’t miss your chance to save $100 off our standard rate of $499 now through Jan. 31. Register today and start planning your trip at
tsdconference.com.
STNEXPO: Call for Proposals Through February, submit ideas for presentations at the STN EXPO,
July 8-12, as the event christens a new Reno venue: The Peppermill Resort. Visit
stnexpo.com and click on “Call for Proposals” to send us your concept. We’ll let you know this spring if it’s been accepted! In the meantime, register today to secure the Early Bird Special and to begin making travel plans.
A new section now at
stnonline.com poses frequently asked ques- tions that are answered by our various industry partners. Transfinder is launching this new feature this month. See an article on page 17 in this issue, and go online for this and more!
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Web Exclusive: Recruiting Students to Solve the Driver Shortage
Even as school bus driver shortages continue to grip the country, learn about the Transportation Prep Academy at Los Angeles Unified School District that collaborates with other district administrative office to recruit students and recent graduates. The Academy also coordinates with the City of Los Angeles Economic & Workforce Development Department to recruit potential hires through workforce centers and job fairs. Read more at
stnonline.com/news/web-exclusives.
See how more than 140 online readers answered the following question: Do you agree or disagree with a U.S. federal court injunction blocking the implementation of updated employee overtime rules?
Does your district have a policy to prevent slips and falls in the school bus garage? Vote today at
stnonline.com/news/stn-polls.
14 School Transportation News • JANUARY 2017 CELEBRATING 25 YEARS
Past NASDPTS President Simmons of Arkansas Bids Adieu to Industry
Mike Simmons, a 16-year veteran with the Arkansas De-
partment of Education, announced he stepped down from his position as senior transportation manager at the end of December and has retired from the industry. Read about his career and where he is headed next.
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