Agenda

Monday November 10 As of 8/6/25. Subject to change.

Sessions

8:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.

General Session
Trade Show

10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Trade Show + Lunch

Description: Discover the captivating trade show floor at the TSD Conference and immerse yourself in the world of cutting-edge technologies and services that are revolutionizing the school transportation industry. Join us for a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, find inspiration, and connect with industry professionals. Unlock information, ideas, and networking opportunities that will propel you forward in your transportation journey. 

Sessions

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

OT/PT/Transporter Forum: Ensuring a Safe Ride to School for Students with Disabilities in All Vehicles & Brainstorming Solutions to Your Most Challenging Cases
Moderator:  Susan J. Shutrump
Panelist:
  • Laura Beth Blankenship
  • Kala M. Henkensiefken
  • Miriam A. Manary
  • Trisha Nolen
  • Maritza Valentin
Description: Typically, when the team develops an Individualized Transportation Plan, it is to meet the needs of a student with a disability who will be riding the yellow school bus. But what if the student will be riding in a van, SUV or other smaller vehicle? How about if they will be riding in a paratransit vehicle?  Will the plan still be safe and effective? With the increase in use of alternative transportation options the team must consider what types of supports are necessary including which vehicles can best meet the student’s needs. Join us as we explore these expanded options. The seminar will also cover recommendations for meeting attendees’ most challenging transportation scenarios. 
Attendant Training

2025 TSD Topics As of 7/22/25. Subject to change.

  • Foundations of Transporting Students with Disabilities & Preschoolers 
  • OT/PT/Transporter Forum 
  • School Bus Monitor/Aide Training 
  • School Bus Evacuation Training 
  • National Specification Updates to Transporting Medically Fragile Students & Preschoolers 
  • Medicaid Reimbursement Funding 
  • American Sign Language for Student Transporters 
  • The 13 Exceptional Abilities 
  • Wheelchair Crash Test Updates 
  • Developing Policies for Proper & Safest Usage of Student Restraint & Seclusion 
  • Modeling Behavior Interventions for Transportation 
  • Creating a Culture of Wonder with Staff for Their Student Riders 
  • Avoiding One-Size-Fits-All Solutions for Transportation 
  • Service Animals and Section 504 
  • Proactive Driver & Attendant Training Programs
  • Build Blocks for Career Development
  • Successful Partnerships Between School Districts & Contractors
  • Providing Training for the Service of Medically Fragile Riders
  • When Can & Should You Say No to IEP Team Requests?
  • What the Latest Wheelchair Crash Research Tells Us

And more!