Communication Training for Head Start Transportation Staff
Use this resource to identify staff training issues that impact the quality of transportation services.
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Transportation
Head Start programs are not required to provide transportation services. However, when they do provide those services, they must comply with key regulations. Explore these resources to support programs in the safe and efficient movement of children from one point to another. Find materials on transportation services, coordination options, vehicles, child safety restraints, and other requirements. Learn how to develop transportation systems that are consistent with service area needs and comply with state and federal regulations.
Bus Driver Road Performance Observation Form
Program directors and transportation coordinators can use this resource to observe the driving performance of bus drivers.
Why Outsource Your School Transportation Needs?
Outsourcing is a successful strategy for solving a variety of transportation problems. This article offers ideas that program managers and transportation coordinators can use to evaluate their cost of transportation. For example, the article suggests that partnering with a private school bus company whose expertise is pupil transportation allows the program staff to concentrate on their primary function of educating children.
School Bus Classifications
When considering new vehicle purchases, program directors should understand the four basic types of buses available. Manufacturers can configure each of the four types as either a traditional school bus or as an allowable alternate vehicle (AAV). This tip sheet provides a brief description of each type.
Transportation Safety
This video discusses how to keep children safe while transporting them to and from early education settings and answers common questions on policies and strategies.
Considerations for Head Start Transportation Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Implementing safe practices is essential when providing transportation services. Watch this webinar from the Office of Head Start to explore transportation services and vehicles during a pandemic.
Transportation Services Checklist
Use this checklist to maintain a comprehensive transportation system that is safe, cost effective, and compliant with state and federal regulations.
1303.70 Purpose.
Review requirements for providing transportation services and waiver applicability.
1303.71 Vehicles.
This standard outlines the required use or provision of school buses or allowable alternate vehicles, emergency equipment, child restraint systems, and vehicle maintenance and inspection.
1303.72 Vehicle operation.
Read vehicle operation requirements related to safety, driver qualifications and application reviews, and training for drivers and bus monitors.
