Behind the Wheel of Back-To-School

In this Back-to-School episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop, Executive Director, Curt Macysyn welcomes a brand-new guest to the podcast – Betty Nelson, School Bus Driver at Dean Transportation, and Champion in the Type C (Conventional School Bus) Event at the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition. Betty shares her career journey, how she first started driving a school bus, and what she enjoys most about being part of the Dean Transportation team. Curt and Betty discuss the vital role school bus drivers play in keeping students safe, and Betty offers her perspective on what “safety” means in her daily work. She also reflects on her experience at the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition in June, including the preparation, challenges, and rewards of competing alongside peers from across the country. The conversation highlights Betty’s most memorable moments behind the wheel and her advice for drivers considering competition. Concluding our Back-to-School series, Curt and Betty emphasize the importance of recognizing the dedication and professionalism of school bus drivers. Become a podcast subscriber and don't miss an episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop- NSTA Vendor Partners should reach out to us to take advantage of our targeted advertising package that reaches a wide audience of student bus contractors!