Frequently Asked Questions
The School Bus Summit attracts influential school bus fleet managers who are propelling the industry forward. In 48 hours, make the most of being surrounded by a professional network from around the industry.
How do I apply for a place at the Summit?
See the “How to Attend The Exclusive School Bus Summit” section on the Attendee page.
What are the qualifying criteria?
To be eligible, you must direct, manage or be a decision-maker for a pupil transportation fleet with at least 20 vehicles. You should have challenges that you are interested in sharing, a willingness to help others and a desire to learn about products or services that can help you in the next 6 to 18 months.
What is included for attendees?
Complimentary airfare and accommodations
Custom agenda, including participation in peer-to-peer roundtable sessions as well as one-on-one meetings
What do I do if my company does not allow me to receive complimentary travel and accommodation?
If you qualify, you may still attend without being reimbursed for your travel expenses. Please contact us for more information.
Who typically attends The School Bus Summit?
- Acting Director
- Area Manager
- Assistant Director
- Branch Manager
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief of Bus Operations
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Support Services Officer
- Controller
- Coordinator of Operations
- Coordinator of Transportation
- Corporate Director of Operations
- Corporate Director of Transportation
- Deputy Chief, Operation Services
- Deputy Director
- Director
- Executive Administrative Assistant to the Director of Transportation
- Executive Director
- Executive Supervisor of Operations and Transportation
- Executive Vice President
- Fleet Director
- Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
- Fleet Manager
- Fleet Services Supervisor
- General Manager
- Manager
- Manager of Pupil Transportation
- Operations Director
- Operations Manager
- Operations Supervisor
- Owner
- President
- Pupil Transportation Section Supervisor
- Quality Manager
- Regional Manager
- Route Coordinator
- Route Manager
- Safety Manager
- Safety Training Officer
- School Bus Manager
- School Bus Operations Manager
- Senior Director
- Senior Director of Transportation
- Shop Manager
- State Director
- Supervisor of Bus Operations
- Supervisor of Fleet Services
- Supervisor of Planning
- Supervisor of Transportation
- Terminal Manager
- Transportation Administrator
- Transportation Area Manager
- Transportation Coordinator
- Transportation Director
- Transportation Fleet Manager
- Transportation Manager
- Transportation Supervisor
- Treasurer
- Vice President
What topics are typically discussed in the roundtable discussions?
Topics are chosen by the participants each year through our ratings process, but some samples of past topics include:
- Driver Recruitment, Training, and Retention
- Creating Competitive Salaries, Benefits, and Pay Structures for Employees
- Strengthening Driver Morale, Accountability, and Engagement
- Technician Recruitment and Training for Today’s Fleet and Tomorrow’s Technology
- Enhancing Student Tracking and Facilitating Parent Communication
- Supervising Student Conduct
- Keeping Students Safe
- Special Needs Transportation
- Fleet Lifecycle Costs and Total Cost of Ownership
- Best Practices in Preventive Maintenance and Cost Reduction
- Managing Operational Costs: Doing More with What You Have
- Balancing Student Growth and Available Resources
- Funding Solutions: Grants, Programs, and Strategies to Finance Your Operations
- Maximizing Scheduling, Routing Efficiency, and Shared District Services
- Exploring Options for Electric and Alternative Fuel Vehicles
- Bus Procurement: How to Develop Your Specifications and RFPs
- Navigating Supply Ordering, Inflation, and Shortages
Where will The School Bus Summit be held?
The School Bus Summit 2027 will be held at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall in Rockwall, TX.
Overlooking Lake Ray Hubbard, Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront is under half a mile from the restaurants and movie theaters of the lakefront Harbor Rockwall. Downtown Dallas is 22 miles away, and a 40-minute drive from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
See our venue page for more information.