ROBYN OWENS Transportation Supervisor Pittsburg Unified School District, Calif.
Robyn Owens was 18 years
old when she applied for the position of bus aide at the Pittsburg Unified School District. It fit into her college schedule, but she was hesitant
when approached about becom- ing a school bus driver. “I was not sure
if I could drive a 40-foot vehicle,” she recalled. “I was the youngest staff member and she said to me, ‘Kid, you can do it and you will be great.’” Owens continued to drive for the next 19 years, trans-
porting junior high school students. In 2015, she became certified as a school bus driver instructor and was promoted to dispatcher in 2018. She became the trans- portation supervisor for the district a year later. “To know that I play a role in making a difference
in children’s lives and seeing my students and former students succeed with their education is the favorite part of my job,” said Owens. “It’s a rewarding feeling to know that my job has a lasting positive effect on the community.”
The 25-year veteran of the industry continues to strive for personal and departmental growth. She stated that every day is an adventure as she not only manages transportation staff but also engages with parents, and the district to addresses concerns and issues. She also acts as a dispatcher or driver when needed. Owens added she is proud of her district’s commitment to electric vehicles. “We have a solar farm that provides charging for our fleet that truly makes us zero emissions,” she said. “I would like to continue to push the envelope with technology and green practices. We will make the world a better place, one school bus route at a time.” Owens cited an open-door policy as greatly bene-
fitting her and her staff. “We also encourage our fellow school districts [leaders] to come by and see the great environment we’ve created,” she continued. “It’s some- times hard to imagine what all the new technology can look like or feel like, so we are always open to helping others get moving in that direction. Understanding the community you serve makes a huge difference.”
You want them safe. SeatLink knows if they are safe.
™ SEATLINK™ LOG EVENT
Expandable system for school and activity buses up to 90 passengers.
Powered by InterMotive Vehicle Controls, a leading manufacturer of electronic control systems.
Seat sensors track occupancy and belt status, and wirelessly communicate to the head unit.
The head unit can inform the driver of current seat status or can be hidden and log individual seat status.
Available for all school bus makes and models.
Time/Date Location Speed
Seat status will change color according to occupancy and seat belt status.
Family 3PTA School Bus Seat with Adjustable 3-point seat belts meets all head and neck safety standards. Whether you’re busing kids to school or with parents to a game, Freedman seats get them there comfortably and safely.
SEAT INFORMATION TRACKING SYSTEM (800) 443-4540 |
www.schoolbusseating.com
www.stnonline.com 47
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60
