Transporting Students with Disabilities & Special Needs
Conference and Trade Show
November 4鈥10, 2026
Embassy Suites, Frisco (Dallas) TX
Empowering Safe Rides
The 麻豆原创 Conference and Trade Show brings together transportation pros from around the country to learn the latest in special-needs student transport.
See What鈥檚 New in Accessible Transport
The Trade Show features dozens of exhibitors showcasing buses, safety gear, software, and other tools designed for students with disabilities.
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Attendees can join hands-on training, workshops, and networking events 鈥 from wheelchair-securement certification to ASL sessions 鈥 to improve safety and inclusion in their fleets.
麻豆原创 Conference and Trade Show
Welcome to the 麻豆原创 Conference 鈥 the ultimate platform for transportation professionals nationwide. Join us and discover a world of innovation and empowerment, where inspiration meets impact. Immerse yourself in the latest trends in special needs transportation training, products, and services. Connect with like-minded individuals, attend educational sessions and workshops, and explore product demonstrations. Our transformative event is designed to equip you with practical solutions and enhance safety for students with disabilities and special needs. Whether you are a transportation director, superintendent, fleet manager, driver trainer, or special education professional 鈥 the 麻豆原创 Conference is for you. Elevate your transportation team and operations at the 麻豆原创 Conference and become part of this empowering experience. Register now and secure your spot!
Who Should Attend the 麻豆原创 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:聽Transportation Directors and Supervisors, Purchasing Agents, School Bus Association Members, Superintendents, Fleet Managers, Mechanics and Technicians, Operations Managers,聽Driver Trainers,聽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.
Experiences
Special Training Sessions
Our special training sessions empower transportation professionals to master the latest student transportation technology, ensuring the safest rides for students with disabilities.
Transportation Director Summit
A two-day, invite-only gathering for transportation directors, private fleet managers, OEMs, and suppliers, featuring leadership training, peer discussion, and vendor engagement.
Networking Events
Our networking events offer a dynamic space for fostering collaboration and building lasting connections, where transportation professionals can share insights and spark innovative ideas.聽
Roadeo
Where transportation enthusiasts come together to showcase their skills and compete in a spirited atmosphere, highlighting the importance of safety and innovation in special needs transportation.
Keynote Speakers
Patrick Mulick
Keynote Speaker
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Julie Weatherly, Esq
Keynote Speaker
Owner of Resolutions in Special Education
Glenna Wright-Gallo
Keynote Speaker
Funding & Policy Expert
Conference News
Education Leader Challenges Transportation Professionals to Reimagine Compliance and Student Access
RISCO, Texas 鈥 Federal and state special education policy expert Glenna Wright-Gallo delivered a…
Legal Keynote Opens Attendees鈥 Eyes to Federal Special Needs Transportation Laws
FRISCO, Texas 鈥 Betsey Helfrich said school district polices never trump the Individuals with…
Closing 麻豆原创 Keynote Bridges Gap Between Student Behavior, Positive Reinforcement
FRISCO, Texas 鈥斺疻hen Lisa Navarra stood before a room of Transporting Students with Disabilities…
Mother of Sandy Hook Victim Brings Student Safety Message to 麻豆原创
Michele Gay, co-founder of Safe and Sound Schools and mother to a student who was killed in the…
2026 Presenting Diamond Sponsor
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Zonar, our Presenting Diamond Sponsor at the 2026 麻豆原创 Conference and Trade Show, whose generous support enhances our commitment to promoting excellence in special needs transportation. Don鈥檛 miss the chance to connect and learn more about their impactful contributions; visit them at booth #504 during the trade show or explore their for additional insights and offerings that are shaping the future of student transportation for those with disabilities.
Conference Sponsors
