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Presidents Message

Page 3New Year Brings NewMAPT Website

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015 Poster Contest

Page 5School Bus Safety Expo

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Membership Information

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Our slate of nominees are in... The following individuals are running for office withinthe Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation Board of Directors.

Members are encouraged to vote during the business meeting at the Winter Expo onJanuary 16th. Terms typically last for two-years.

Position Individual Running for Position

President Derrick Agate

Vice President John Thomas

Secretary Scott Dahlin (incumbent)

Region #3 Nicole Carlen

Director #5 Dan Bacon

Director at Large Contractor John Thomas

Director at Large District (EP) Jason Schoolmeesters

Congratulations to our very own John Thomas forbeing named a representative of the central region to

the State and National Association of State Directorsof Pupil Transportation Services.

The National Association of State Directors ofPupil Transportation Services was established in 1968.

The membership represents all 50 states.The purpose of the association is to provide

leadership, assistance and motivation to the Nation'sschool transportation community with the goal ofproviding safe, secure, efficient, economical, and high-quality transportation to school children on their tripsto and from school and school-related activities.

NASDPTS membership is comprised of state annational leaders in school bus transportation, local

school transportation administrators, suppliers ofproducts and services, as well as grassrootspractitioners. The membership represents all 50 statethe District of Columbia, school bus manufacturersand suppliers, state and national transportationassociations, and others who support our mission anpurpose.

John is Transportation Coordinator with EasternCarver County Schools.

We are so excited forhim and proud ofhim!We know you will represent our area well!

John Thomas Makes the Big Time

MAPT Elections To Be Held January 16th

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The New Year is upon us, and weve resolved to make our website even better than before!In January, we intend to roll out a new look - making our site more user-friendly, and filled witresources to assist our members like never before.

In addition to pertinent industry news, well have an updated event calendar, online registratiofor upcoming events, easy new-member registration, an online store, job postings, and much mo

Keep an eye on our Facebook page for the official go live date. Cant wait for you to check it oand give us your feedback!

New Year Means New WebsiteMAPT to Roll Out New Look in January

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2015 Poster Contes

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QuestioContact Cindy Mc

Cindy.McKay@fridley.k12.mn763-742-7830/763-502-5

What Is It?What Is It?A design contest to encourage students to THINK about all elements of school bus safety. Tcontest presents opportunities for school bus safety activities, as well as provides an opportuno discuss pupil transportation safety themes while working on, or critiquing, student posters

Who May Enter?Who May Enter?The School Bus Safety Poster Contest is open to all K-12 students, including special educatio

Rules:Rules:The 2015 theme is: Bully Free Zone! This theme must appear in writing or printing in all poubmitted. Drawings must be original, correct in safety concept, and the exclusive work of thtudent entering the contest in idea, design and execution. All artwork should be positive in

approach, demonstrating only proper school bus safety behaviors. At least a part of a yellow

chool bus must be present in the poster. Official rules can be found on next page.Prizes:Prizes:The student in the winning grade from each category will receive a certificate ofecognition and a $35 gift card to Barnes & Noble. If the entry is forwarded tohe National Contest, the student will receive, instead, a $50 gift card from

Barnes & Noble. National Contest awards cash prizes. Top State winnerswill also be invited to and recognized at a Minnesota Twins game.

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The only comprehensive seminar on school bus safety in Minnesota!

Friday, January 16, 20158:00-10:00AM MSBOA & MAPT Board Meetings in Separate Rooms MN West Ballroom Crowne Plaza

10:00AM-12:00PM MDE - SPED Transportation & Reporting MN East Ballroom Crowne Plaza

12:00PM MSBOA & MAPT Luncheon MN West Ballrooms Crowne Plaza

1:00-2:00PM Safe & Supportive Schools MN East Ballroom Crowne PlazaNew MN Law regarding Bullying Prevention & Transportation Responsibilities

2:00-3:00PM Video Viewing & Camera Best Practices MN East Ballroom Crowne PlazaSchool District Policies and Laws surrounding use of electronic recording on buses

3:00-4:30PM MSBOA & MAPT General Business Meetings in Separate Rooms MN West Ballroom Crowne PlazaMN East Ballroom Crowne Plaza

5:30PM Hours of Awesome Social Windows on the River, Crowne PlazaVendor Sponsored Social at Windows on the River Rooftop Lounge Crowne Plaza

Network with your fellow transportation colleagues, Fun, Food, & Drinks

Saturday, January 17, 20157:00-8:00AM Breakfast Kellog Suite Crowne Plaza

8:00-10:00AM Bus Body Mechanics Seminar Crowne Plaza(Hoglund, North Central & Telin will hold Mechanics Seminars from 8-9AM and 9-10AM in separate rooms)

8:00-10:00AM Retaining Quality Employees MN East Crowne Plaza

10:30AM - 1:30PM MN SCHOOL BUS SAFETY EXPO VENDOR SHOW & LUNCHEON St. Paul River CentreJoin us for FOOD, FUN, NETWORKING, & TO SEE LATEST & GREATEST PRODUCTS/SERVICES!!

1:30-3:00PM MN Department of Public Safety - State Patrol St. Paul River CentreNews and Updates

January 16-17, 2015St. Paul, Minnesota

Crowne Plaza Riverfront Hotel

St. Paul River Centre

Register Online at www.msboa.com

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2015 Membership Informatio

Membership Registration Form and Invoice(all fields are required)

Name

Employer

Job Title

Street Address

Email Address

District #

City/State Zip Code

Work Phone Cell Phone

Membership Fees:Category Fee Please Mark() Please Circle

MAPT Base Membership $60 New - or - Existing

Industry/Vendor $60 New - or - Existing

We accept all major credit cards through PayPal as well as checks for payment. When payment is received, yourmembership will be activated. Forms and payment can be mailed to MAPT at PO Box 413 - Bemidji,Minnesota 56619 or submitted online at www.mnapt.org.

Please direct questions to: John Thomas, MAPT Membership ChairEmail: ThomasJohn@district112.org Phone: (952) 556-6161

Membership benefits include:

Networking with other professionals in the student transportation industry. First hand knowledge of new and proposed legislation that affects student transportation.The best and most current training materials available for school bus drivers and trainers. Priceless learning experiences through guest speakers and other training seminars at quarterly conferences. Quarterly newsletter that updates you on issues directly affecting you and your peers in the student transportation industry.Annual trade show that allows members to network with other pupil transportation organizations. Opportunity to take a leadership role in a well respected organization. Opportunity to demonstrate to your community that you are committed to safety through participation.Training material for Student Safety Training. Recognition and Award Program for school bus drivers.