New York State Mandated Service Trainings

• 30-Hour Basic Course for School Bus Drivers
  Comprehensive training covering essential skills and knowledge for new drivers.
  
  This course will be offered at TST BOCES, in A building, Room A-14. Participants MUST attend all 4 course dates to become certified.

• Basic Course for Monitors/Attendants
  Essential training for individuals assisting with student supervision and safety.
  
  Participants MUST attend all 3 course dates to become certified.

• Two 2-Hour Safety Refreshers Each Year
  Annual refresher courses to update and reinforce safety practices.

• 5-Hour Pre-Service Training for School Bus Drivers
  Initial training before beginning service, covering key topics and procedures.

• 3-Hour Pre-Service Training for School Bus Monitors/Attendants
  Initial training for monitors/attendants before starting their duties.

All training must be conducted by or directly supervised by a School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI), a certification granted by the NYSED. Note: SBDI certification is not required for pre-service training, but an SBDI must document that the training was completed.

Buster the Bus is an innovative, fully animated remote-controlled robot designed to teach elementary school-aged children about bus safety. Equipped with a range of interactive features, Buster:

• Moves, speaks, and listens through remote control

• Plays MP3s and activates lights

• Mimics real bus warning devices with a stop-arm

• Winks, blinks, and moves his eyes to engage children

• Smiles to create a friendly and positive experience

Schedule a meeting to experience Buster the Bus in action and see how he can make bus safety education fun and effective!

Ken Anthonson
Transportation Coordinator
607-257-1551 ext. 6007
kanthonson@tstboces.org

Amy Jones
Facilities Administrative Assistant
607-257-1551 ext. 6006
ajones@tstboces.org