School Transportation Upcoming Events

Rather than serving as a single training platform, this page connects users to multiple training opportunities, including in person instruction, online courses, and specialized programs coordinated or supported by School Transportation Safety Unit.

Monthly Virtual School Transportation Meeting

Kansas School Transportation Directors and School Bus Contractors via Teams

The first Wednesday of every month 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Monthly Virtual Meeting Link (Teams)
This is an informal opportunity to ask questions and share information

Important Dates and Training Opportunities

The following is a list of important dates and upcoming training opportunities for school transportation professionals.

School Transportation Fall Meetings
September 9, 2026, Sublette, KS
September 10, 2026, Oakley, KS
September 11, 2026, Salina, KS
September 15, 2026, Topeka, KS
September 17, 2026, Great Bend, KS
October 1, 2026, Goddard, KS
October 8, 2026, Arkansas City, KS
Registration and more information

National School Bus Safety Week
October 19 - 23, 2026

Stop Arm Violation Reporting
One day of your choosing between

October 19-23, 2026
Survey Data Link for entering violations
Stop Arm Violation Examples (PDF)
Optional Stop Arm Violation Worksheet

CDL Proxy Testing and ELDT Theory Event

October 20-21, 2026
Clay Center, KS
Registration and more information

School Bus Mechanic Workshop
December 28, 2026
Topeka, KS
Registration and more Information

Transportation Basics for Transportation Directors/Supervisors

December 29, 2026

Topeka, KS

Registration and more information

Drug & Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion Training for CDL Supervisors
December 30, 2026
Topeka, KS
Registration and more information

CDL Proxy Testing and ELDT Theory Event

March 23 & 24, 2027

Moscow, KS
Registration
Contact Andreia Moore for more information

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
April 27, 2027
Each year School Bus Driver Appreciation Day falls on the fourth Tuesday in April. Please recognize all school bus drivers and school passenger vehicle drivers for taking care of our precious cargo during the school year. Whether they are transporting our kids to school, home, activities, or to sporting events, theses drivers deserve recognition for the job they do.

CDL Proxy Testing and ELDT Theory Event

May 26 & 27, 2027

Gypsum, KS
Registration and more information

For more information, contact:

Keith Dreiling, State Director
(785) 296-4567
(785) 296-6659 - fax

Mitch Mellick, Transportation Specialist

(785) 296-4545

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