Updated 6/18/09 - The 2009 STN EXPO agenda has been updated with dates and times. Workshop details can be found by clicking into Conference Tracks.

The Hurricane General
Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honore helped get relief efforts underway in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He will discuss school transportation's role in state and local emergency plans on July 27 during a keynote breakfast sponsored by Blue Bird Corporation and Allison Transmission.

Become a First Observer
The Transportation Security Administration rolls out its School Bus First Observer training curriculum designed to help school transportation professionals protect school children from acts of terrorism.

The 2nd Annual Peter J. Grandolfo Award Sponsored by Sure-Lok
STN will once again recognize a dedicated student transporter who exemplifies dedication to child safety. Submit your nominations by June 19!

The 16th School Transportation News
School Bus EXPO Conference & Trade Show

tradeshow imageMark your calendars today for the 16th Annual STN EXPO, held July 25-29, 2009 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nev.

Please note that the STN EXPO will now conclude at approximately 1:30 p.m. on July 29 to accomodate the newly added TSA First Observer train the trainer course "Security Training for School Transportation."

The theme for 2009 encapsulates another vital issue for the industry: leadership. Mirroring our society as a whole, school transportation professionals are aging and eyeing retirement. Who will take their place? Who will "drive the industry" tomorrow? Recognizing leadership occurs on all levels of school transportation, the 2009 STN EXPO will inspire and inform to help attendees develop the wisdom necessary to take their careers, their associates and the school transportation profession to new heights.

Attracting attendees from more than 45 states and three countries, the STN EXPO provides informative curriculum on school bus maintenance, safety and security, Head Start transportation, special needs transportation, and operations management that will help get more bang for your buck. In the process, expand local and global horizons through networking with professional peers. In addition to the training opportunities and general sessions, the STN EXPO offers multiple evening functions, like the E-Z-ON slots tournament. Reno also has top-rated golf courses, an exciting nightlife and is located only 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe.