2019 Editorial Schedule

Review upcoming editorial topics for our print and digital magazine editions, and browse article submission requirements. Contact STN Editor in Chief Ryan Gray for more information or to submit a story idea.

JANUARY – SECURITY issue

  • Backend Video Surveillance Software Interface
  • Student Bullying & Behavior
  • Driver Self Defense Training
    Alternative Fuels: Electric Vehicles (EVs), Propane & CNG
  • Student Tracking Apps & Bus Location
  • School Bus Communications

FEBRUARY – MAINTENANCE, SERVICE & PARTS issue

  • Mechanics Tool Box
  • Vehicle Telematics & Parts Replacement
  • Batteries & Electrical System Management
  • Greening the Yellow Fleet
  • Innovative Maintenance Bays
  • Engines, Diagnostics & Over the Air Programing

MARCH – TSD CONFERENCE & SPECIAL NEEDS issue

  • TSD Conference Preview
  • Wheelchair Securement Training
  • A/C Systems & Parts
  • Child Passenger Safety: Integrated Seating, Harnesses & Vests
  • Video Monitoring of Special Needs Students
  • Child Detection Technology

APRIL – SUPERINTENDENT & ADMIN issue

  • Utilizing Data to Drive Decisions
  • Onboarding School Bus Drivers & Retention
  • School Bus Contracting & Municipal Agreements: Liquidated Damages
  • Total Cost of Ownership & KPI’s for School Buses
  • Bell Time Changes
  • Reducing Fuel Consumption & Costs

MAY – SAFETY issue

  • Automated Vehicle Technology
  • School Bus Driver Risk Reduction & Training
  • LEDs & Lighting Solutions
  • Illegal Passing & Danger Zone
  • Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts Adoption
  • Reduction of Risk & Liability

JUNE – STN EXPO CONFERENCE Preview issue

  • STN EXPO Conference Preview
  • Engines, Emissions, Turbos & Drivetrain
  • Tablet (MDT) Onboard Tools for Drivers Driver, Staff & Attendant Training
  • Increasing Complexity of School Bus Systems
  • ASE Certification & Maintenance Training

JULY – PRIVATE FLEETS & SCHOOL BUS CONTRACTORS issue

  • Pilot Programs: New Equipment & Technology
  • Innovative & Growing Contractors: Profiles
  • Field Trips & Charters
  • Driver Sleep Apnea & Distractions
  • Cellular Data & Wi-Fi Trends
  • Fire Suppression Trends

AUGUST – FLEET OPERATIONS issue

  • Garage Stars: Industry Profiles
  • Refurbishing School Buses
  • Video Surveillance Review
  • Brakes, Drums, Rotors & Pads
  • Streamlining Pre/Post Inspections
  • Tires & Service

SEPTEMBER – TECHNOLOGY issue

  • VW Mitigation Trust Fund Projects
  • Technology Super Users
  • IoT on the School Bus
  • Technology Convergence: GPS, Video, Software & Tablets
  • Data Sharing & Usage on the School Bus
  • Incident Command & Management

OCTOBER – NAPT & NASDPTS CONFERENCE Preview issue

  • Rising Stars: Profiles in Leadership
  • NAPT & NASDPTS Conference Preview
  • Improving Parent Communications
  • Increased Driver Recruitment/Retention
  • Student Detection & Driver Reminders
  • Climate Control Trends

SHOW REPORTER (Conference Daily)

  • Onsite Coverage of the NAPT & NASDPTS Conferences

NOVEMBER – TRANSPORTATION DIRECTORS & LEADERSHIP issue

  • STN Leadership Award Winner Interview
  • Video Camera & DVR Upgrades
  • Staffing & Overtime
  • Transportation & Routing Software
  • Improved Vehicle Utilization
  • Occupant Restraints & Student Behavior

2018 GIANT INDUSTRY CALENDAR – Industry Events & Dates

DECEMBER – 2018 BUYERS GUIDE

  • Directory with Stats, Analysis & Industry Contacts