Register Now for Train the Trainer 2026

July 20-22, 2026

St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center

Join us for MAPT’s Train the Trainer 2026 professional development conference — a premier, multi-track training opportunity for school transportation professionals, including drivers, trainers, mechanics, administrators and Type III providers.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills in student-transportation safety, wheelchair-lift operations, dispatching, or special-education transit, this event is designed for you.

Something for Everyone

This multi-track, three-day conference is designed for drivers, trainers, technicians, dispatchers, mechanics, administrators, and Type III providers. Attendees may choose sessions across multiple tracks, allowing for a customized learning experience that meets individual and organizational needs.

Training tracks include:

• Technician Track

• Students with Disabilities Track

• Dispatcher Track

• Administration Track

• Driver’s Training Track

Train the Trainer is also an outstanding opportunity to connect with both experienced and new transportation professionals from across the state, offering valuable networking, collaboration, and idea-sharing throughout the conference.

Featured Monday Programming – July 20

Driver’s Training Track

On Monday, July 20, the Driver’s Training Track will focus on teaching the Minnesota Model School Bus Driver Training Program. Multiple presenters will cover all eight chapters of the training manual, providing attendees with practical, ready-to-use instructional tools. Participants will leave with enhanced skills to effectively train School Bus Drivers and Type III Drivers.

Child Passenger Safety on School Buses National Training for Pupil Transportation (8 hours)

Also offered on Monday is the 8-hour Child Passenger Safety on School Buses National Training for Pupil Transportation. Participants will learn national recommendations and requirements related to Car Seat Restraint Systems (CSRS) on school buses and in Type III vehicles.

Minnesota State Patrol Participation

The Minnesota State Patrol will be in attendance throughout the entire three-day conference, teaching classes and remaining available to answer questions and provide guidance to attendees.

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Meet our 2026 Keynote Speakers

Ross Bernstein Tuesday, July 21 "Wearing the C: Leadership Lessons from the Greatest Captains and Coaches in Sports" We’re proud to welcome Ross Bernstein as our 2026 TTT Keynote Speaker! Join us Tuesday, July 21 as Ross dives into what makes elite leaders exceptional. Based on interviews with over 500 captains and coaches, Ross shares how trust, communication, and relationship building drive performance—whether on the field or in the office. At the core of his message is the simple fact that we like to do business with people who we trust, who we like, and who just "get it."

Jim Schiffler

Wednesday, July 22

Jim Schiffler is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author. Jim’s coaching is guided by his motto: “It’s all good.”

He encourages clients to view challenges as opportunities for growth, fostering resilience and positivity. His coaching approach cultivates optimism and empowers clients to embrace life’s ups and downs, creating a path toward success.

Learn more about the speaker at jimschiffler.com.