
TRANSPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES & SPECIAL NEEDS
Conference and Trade Show
SPECIAL NEEDS TRAINING
November 7 – 12, 2024
Embassy Suites, Frisco (Dallas) TX
2023 TSD Conference and Trade show About the Conference
Who Should Attend the TSD Conference and Trade Show
Transportation professionals nationwide who want to learn the latest trends in special needs transportation training, products and services. They also learn about how to produce better, more quantifiable results from their transportation team and operations.
Attendees include: Transportation Directors and Supervisors, Purchasing Agents, School Bus Association Members, Superintendents, Fleet Managers, Mechanics and Technicians, Operations Managers, Driver Trainers, Safety Trainers, Special Needs Transportation Routers, Dispatchers, Administrators, Special Education Professionals, Private Fleet Operators, Head Start/Childcare Professionals, Executives and CEOs, and School Bus Dealers.
Conference Orientation
Get ready to dive into the TSD Conference experience with our engaging and informative orientation video. Uncover the key highlights of the event, connect with transportation professionals nationwide, and unlock a world of innovation and empowerment.
2023 Keynote Speakers

Dr. Ben Springer
Keynote Speaker
ASPEN on the School Bus: Managing Aggressive Behaviors

Betsey Helfrich
Keynote Speaker
Transportation of Special Education Students: Avoiding the Bumps and Legal Hazards

Shelley Rutledge, Ed.S, LCSW
Keynote Speaker
Problematic Sexual Behaviors on Special Needs Routes

Glenna Gallo
Invited
Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Education – Office of Special Education & Rehabilitation Services
News & Updates
The Crucial Role of Training in Professional Growth
Liability of School Districts in the Transportation of Children with Disabilities
(STN Podcast E181) Concerning: Bus Driver Killer Released + Handling Problematic Student Sexual Behavior
School Transportation Nation podcast – Episode 181 An upcoming Federal Communication Commission...
TSD Keynote Speaker to Address Sexual Behavior Concerns on Special Needs Routes
2023 Sponsors



















TSD Conference Call for Proposal
Please fill out the form completely to propose a sponsored presentation for the 2024 TSD Conference. Deadline for Submissions is Friday, May 3, 2024. We will Contact you on the acceptance of your proposal via email. Thank you for submission.
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