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Leave It to Beaver Craig Beaver was meant for Beaverton School District in Oregon. He is recognized as the magazine’s


Transportation Director of the Year for leading an all-inclusive electric school bus implementation and sharing data on program effectiveness.


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NOVEMBER 2024 Volume 34 Issue 11


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50 Success is in


the Stars This year’s industry Rising Superstars share their stories of how they have climbed the industry ladder while providing exemplary service to their students and fellow transportation professionals.


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Hedging Bets School district leaders discuss


why price, state contracts and collaboration are just as important as environmental friendliness when securing the best deal on fuel and energy purchasing.


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Positive Charge State and federal legislation seeks


to ensure that battery second-life, recycling and material sourcing remains top of mind for every student transportation decision on buying an electric school bus.


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