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School Transportation Efficiency Training

School districts have a vested interest in transporting their students in a safe, timely, and cost-efficient manner. However, in many cases school administrators and transportation directors are unaware of management processes, tools, and technology that may be of value to their transportation operation.

The School Transportation Efficiency Training Program will help school administrators learn about practical methods and tools that show promise of improving the efficiency of their transportation operations.

Instructor

David Ripplinger (view bio), Associate Research Fellow at the Small Urban & Rural Transit Center.


Completed Training 

Module 9: School Transportation Funding/DEA
Dec. 5 & 12, 2006 - School funding mechanisms, including data envelopment analysis (DEA), will be reviewed using clear and simple language. Attendees will leave will a firm understanding of various funding formulae and how they impact their district. This event was hosted in Valley City on Dec. 5 and in Minot on Dec. 12.

Module 8: Safety & Security
Dec. 5 & 12, 2006 - This training session will focus on the sources and methods of managing risk in school transportation including human, vehicular, and operational factors. This event was hosted in Valley City on Dec. 5 and in Minot on Dec. 12.
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If you have any questions about the School Transportation Efficiency Training Program, please e-mail David Ripplinger at david.ripplinger@ndsu.edu or call (701)231-5265.