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As districts navigate student transportation needs, it’s important to understand the guidance surrounding buckle guards and other aftermarket seat belt devices. The National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures Manual states that, per NHTSA, buckle guards and other aftermarket items that alter the intended use of belts, straps and securements should not be used. We encourage Minnesota school transportation professionals to review this resource and share it wit

The Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) proudly recognized Carol Martin of Rehbein Transit, serving Centennial Schools, as the recipient of the 2026 Special Education Paraprofessional of the Year Award during the annual Train the Trainer Conference in St. Cloud. The award recognizes bus paraprofessionals who demonstrate outstanding dedication, compassion, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring students with special transportation needs tra

The Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) proudly recognized Jean Jensen of Rehbein Transit, serving Centennial Schools, as the recipient of the 2026 Special Education Driver of the Year Award during the annual Train the Trainer Conference in St. Cloud. The award honors school bus drivers who demonstrate exceptional dedication, professionalism, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to safely transporting students with special transportation needs. For more th

Amy Tiedens (pictured above) and Chad Lawrey (right) were elected to the MAPT Board of Directors during elections at the 2026 Train the Trainer event in July. Members of the Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) elected new leadership during the Association's Annual Meeting held as part of the 2026 Train the Trainer Conference in St. Cloud. The annual election provides MAPT members the opportunity to help shape the future of the association by selecting leader

The Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) proudly recognized Chad Lawrey, Transportation Director for Proctor Public Schools, as the recipient of the 2026 Transportation Administrator of the Year Award during the annual Train the Trainer Conference in St. Cloud. The award recognizes transportation leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to providing safe and reliable transportation for Minnesota