October 2015

COMMITTEE SPOTLIGHT
~Membership Committee~


Welcome CSPTA members! Thank you for renewing your membership for the 2015-16 school year! 
We work closely with the Colorado Department of Education, the Federal Motor Carrier Division and the State Patrol offices. We provide guidance and opportunities for all pupil transportation personnel. As a member, you receive the following from CSPTA throughout the year:
  • Special registration rates for CSPTA conferences and events. 
    • We provide excellent conferences including the legislative and special needs Mini-Conference, the annual Vendor Show & Conference and the School Bus Roadeo and Technicians' competition. These events are informative, fun, and include a great time to network with others that are in the business of safe transportation for the students of Colorado's schools.
  • CSTPA News
    • You will receive updates and news from the EBoard and CSPTA committees via this newsletter that goes out each month. For topics and previous versions, visit www.cspta.org/newsletters.
  • Financial support for professional development.
  • Access to cspta.org. 
    • Create a profile and access receipts, registrations and more!
    • Share news, job openings and events with members by submitting online.
    • Access to the CSPTA membership directory, committee presentations and the opportunity to request information and/or assistance from other members.
Individual memberships vs. business partnerships?
  • An individual member is anyone who is employed by a school district, service provider or CDE who is interested in, engaged in or associated with any phase of pupil transportation. You will also be a voting member.
  • Businesses can partner with CSPTA through several opportunities each year. These are different from above. For pricing and information, visit  http://www.cspta.org/become-a-sponsor.
Note: All memberships expire on June 30 each year. For more information CSPTA memberships, visit http://www.cspta.org/join.

CSPTA EVENTS
What's coming up for CSPTA members? Mark your calendar for these dates and trainings:
  • Nov. 5 ~ LRC Meeting
    • 9:30 a.m. | Academy District 20
  • Nov. 12 ~ Special Needs Meeting & 4-Hour Specialized Equipment Training
    • 9: 30 a.m. | Adams 12
  • Nov. 18 ~ Free Thomas Training Class
    • 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Brighton, CO
  • Nov. 18 ~ Fleet Services Committee Meeting
    • 9 a.m. | Academy District 20
Visit the CSPTA Events Calendar for complete details on each of these events. 

SAVE THE DATE: 2016 Summer Workshop
The Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association (CSPTA) is very excited to announce a jam-packed week of learning and networking. The Summer Workshop has been moved and revamped. Click here to read all the details.
  • June 20 ~ Pre-Conference
  • June 21 ~ Roadeo/Tech contest, Colorado's Best Trainer and Aide (new), Pre-Conference, Awards and Opening Ceremony
  • June 22 ~ Workshop Summit, Vendor Show
  • June 23 ~ Workshop Summit
  • June 24 ~ Summit Concludes
INDUSTRY NEWS
School Training Solutions News
  • School Training Solutions (STS), a division of Smart Horizons®, is a comprehensive offering of online training organized to meet both state mandated in service training requirements and the professional development training needs of all school district employees. Check out these fun resources:
    • Discounted Course: Sound Driving Practices - Awareness
      This lesson discusses sound driving practices, including speed limits, following distances, passing, stopping, downshifting, and avoiding collisions. Learn more.
    • STS Stopping Procedures Video: STS Stopping Procedures
      View this video for a quick look at School Bus Stopping Procedures.
Used Vehicle Sale
  • Colorado Springs School District 11 is accepting bids on 33 used vehicles that are for sale. The vehicles offered may be viewed at 880 Babcock Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80915. 
  • On-site viewing must be coordinated through the District Fleet Manager, John Hill, at 719-520-2950. Offers are due by Nov. 30, 2015 at 2 p.m. 
  • For a list of vehicles and forms to submit your bid, email Mary Young at mary.young@d11.org.

WEBSITE TIP
Question:
I renewed my dues, how do I access my account?
 
Answer:
  1. Visit www.cspta.org.
  2. Log in to your CSPTA membership account by clicking Member Login at the top of the website in the red menu bar.
  3. Go to the "Member Center" tab in the blue menu bar, then click on "My Profile",
  4. On the grey menu bar in your profile, click on "My Profile"
    • Update your information, reset your password and personalize your account!
    • Under "View Transactions", members can access all PDFs of receipts and registrations confirmations. 
For questions or assistance, email cspta@msn.com
JOB BOARD
The CSPTA job board features open positions from CSPTA members and from across Colorado.  Click here  for more information.

Fleet/Maintenance
  • Summit County School District
    • Mechanic 
Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association