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Game On for Safety: Inside the Competition and Beyond

June 24, 2026 • National School Transportation Association

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop-Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes back Kevin Kilner, Chief Safety Officer at Beacon Mobility, NSTA Safety Competition Committee Chair, and NSTA School Bus Safety Subcommittee Co-Chair. The episode begins with Kevin sharing his journey into the school transportation industry and the experiences that shaped his safety-first leadership approach, while highlighting Beacon Mobility’s ongoing commitment to industry standards. Curt and Kevin also discuss key updates to the 2026 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition (SBDISC), including growth, innovations, and what the future holds for the competition. The duo then explore broader issues facing the student transportation industry such as regulatory developments, federal legislation, and the importance of collaboration through the Safety Subcommittee. The episode wraps with a personal touch as Kevin shares how he unwinds outside of work and where listeners can learn more about Beacon Mobility. 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 comprehensive advertising package that reaches your target audience - student transportation professionals!

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