Route optimization software helps Transportation Departments plan their routes more effectively and efficiently, potentially reducing annual costs by $500,000. And although saving time and money are major incentives when choosing a software system,
read moreSchool districts that want to evaluate their energy and utility spending can utilize a new energy management module in FacilityTracker. FacilityTracker helps districts track assets and inventory at individual schools or central locations. The energy
read moreSchool bus driver shortages and rising fuel costs are forcing districts nationwide to reevaluate their budgets. As the number of bus drivers declines across the country, transportation departments are working diligently to find solutions to this
read moreSchool district administrators will save hours of admin time thanks to a pair of time-saving invoicing capabilities in TravelTracker-Trips.
read moreDistricts considering bringing volunteers back into schools now have a vaccination management system to help manage compliance with immunization requirements. Volunteer Tracker (VT) tracks the collection of records for volunteers easily. VT
read moreBus driver shortages continue to be an issue for districts across the country. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of available drivers was declining, often due to the lack of funding available for school transportation. During the pandemic,
read moreTravel Tracker – Routing makes student transportation safer by giving bus drivers control so they know who is boarding the bus, when and at what bus stop.
read moreWith a new school year underway, students are back on the school bus and in the classroom. As the pandemic continues, school bell schedules are staggered, school closures occur, and bus route planning fluctuates.
read moreThe impact of driver shortages was thrust into the public eye when the COVID-19 pandemic forced transportation departments to manage meal delivery, critical route changes, and even wi-fi provisions, but most transportation department employees will
read moreWhen considering new education technology for any department in a school district, it’s best to have a well-thought-out introduction. New software often drives amendments to old processes and requires a significant amount of adaptation on
read moreSome say, “Rome wasn’t built in a day...” but if the 2020-2021 school year taught us anything, it is circumstances can change quickly and adapting to change requires the right tools.
read moreSchool system administrators have been utilizing data to promote school improvement for some time now. Data such as test scores can help administrators establish baselines for performance, and pro-actively respond to areas that need targeted support
read moreIn Northwest New Mexico, the Farmington Public Schools Transportation Department is responsible for busing hundreds of students in a large area that includes a significant area of Navajo reservation lands. The district has 68 bus routes covering
read moreWe hear it often, “We bought the software, but it was never fully implemented into the district.” Or that the implementation process took forever to be completed. We truly understand the apprehension to even consider a new solution based on a
read moreWhy You Should Volunteer Now Why should you volunteer now is a great question. Volunteering at your local school is always a wonderful way to bring compassion and joy into your daily life. By volunteering, you are likely to be happier and gain a
read moreIn the realm of technology, consumers eagerly await the latest and greatest version of our favorite products or devices. For example, oftentimes long lines are formed outside of electronic supplier storefronts as we excitedly
read moreMany transportations departments and schools have experienced the early morning phone calls from parents or guardians wondering where their child’s bus is. Late buses happen sometimes, whether it is from mechanical issues or traffic, and the
read moreThe App-Garden, a cloud-based software provider for K-12 School districts is announcing the addition of a Bluetooth temperature screening module in Travel Tracker that addresses the concerns of students entering school buses or buildings and
read moreThe App-Garden, a leading cloud-based software company who works with K-12 administrators nationwide, has released new updates to the Volunteer Tracker to aid school districts with including volunteers in the new school environment. The new
read moreAccording to a USA Today report, schools and school districts are deepening their pools of substitute teachers. With the uncertainty of the virus and teacher uncertainty about entering the classroom, substitutes are in high demand for
read moreVolunteers are a valuable resource for organizations. And, managing volunteers need not be a source of frustration. With little time and attention, your organization can generate powerful volunteer impact and strengthen connections with
read moreDistricts nationwide are currently preparing for the fall semester and some of the biggest concerns we are hearing are about social distancing and preparing for different scenarios for the 2020-2021 school year. Most school districts are in
read moreWith the coronavirus pandemic that we are all facing, the need for volunteers is growing. Many are without jobs and stable income or unable to find food and basic needs due to school and organization closures and store storages. Your
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