Business Details
29 Years
experience
Safe and Reliable Student Transportation Services Across North America
Since 1997, Student Transportation of America has prioritized safety-driven transportation solutions while fostering strong relationships with employees, customers, and communities. With 23,500 team members operating 22,000 vehicles across North America, the company specializes in student transportation through a combination of technological innovation and situational intelligence. Their approach emphasizes sustainable partnerships, daily operational improvements, and a commitment to environmental responsibility through initiatives like electric vehicle adoption and carbon accounting programs.The organization maintains a 95% contract renewal rate by focusing on local community needs while leveraging a national support network. Their safety-first culture includes specialized training programs, double-check procedures for child safety, and industry-leading sustainability efforts that have earned multiple national awards.
Services
Contracted Services
Charter Services
Sustainability Solutions
Used Bus Sales
Special Needs Transportation
Managed Transportation
EV Fleet Electrification
Carbon Accounting
Safety Training Programs
Fleet Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 95% contract renewal rate through consistent service excellence
- Our 23,500 employees operate North America's largest school transportation fleet
- Pioneers in electric school bus implementation with award-winning sustainability programs
- Backed by 25+ years of leadership experience in student transportation safety
- Combines local community knowledge with national operational resources
What people say
Safe and reliable
Excellent customer service
On-time performance
Professional drivers
Sustainability focus
Services
Contracted Services
Full-service school transportation solutions that maintain district control while reducing capital investment. We handle fleet ownership, driver training, routing optimization, and facility management for public and private school districts across North America. Our services scale from 100 to 650+ vehicle operations while maintaining local community connections and national support systems.
Sustainability Solutions
Custom electrification programs include route analysis, infrastructure design, and grant assistance for zero-emission transitions. We offer propane, biodiesel, and renewable fuel alternatives while maintaining an award-winning carbon accounting system that tracks Scope 1-3 emissions and climate risk assessments for school districts.
Special Needs Transportation
Specialized transportation with drivers trained in seven core areas including mobility devices and disability awareness. Our NAPT-certified managers implement tailored solutions for students requiring additional care while maintaining compliance with federal transportation regulations and accessibility standards.
Charter Services
Affordable charter bus solutions for school events, weddings, and community groups using our modern yellow school bus fleet. Professional drivers provide safe, on-time transportation for groups of all sizes with flexible booking options and dedicated customer support.
Used Bus Sales
Inventory of retired school buses available nationwide for non-profit organizations, sports teams, and community groups. Vehicles come in various makes, models, and fuel types with financing options and expert guidance from our dedicated sales team for specialized transportation needs.
People
Gene Kowalczewski
Chief Executive Officer
With over 30 years in student transportation, he leads STA's strategic growth after progressing through operational roles at Laidlaw and First Student. Recognized by national transportation associations, he focuses on innovation and safety while coaching youth sports and serving on industry boards.
Raje Dwaraka
Chief Financial Officer
25+ years of finance leadership experience includes roles at Davis-Standard and Nielsen IQ. As STA's CFO, she drives operational efficiencies through mergers and acquisitions while maintaining CPA and Chartered Accountant certifications with degrees from Madras University.
Rachel Lane
Vice President, Electrification & Sustainability
Former PSEG Long Island EV program manager brings grid expertise to STA's zero-emissions initiatives. A U.S. Air Force veteran with engineering and business degrees, she leads electrification strategy while serving on the National School Transportation Association board.
Shelly Hall
Senior Vice President, Health & Safety
30-year safety expert developed programs for UPS and Transdev before modernizing STA's safety systems. She reduced company-wide accident rates through automated compliance processes and formalized audit procedures while managing pandemic response protocols.
Keith Galloway
Senior Vice President, Business Development/M&A
40-year industry veteran leads acquisition strategy after growing family business and holding leadership roles at Laidlaw/First Student. A decorated military veteran, he received NSTA's Golden Merit Award in 2012 and focuses on operational turnarounds and business development.
Questions
What types of transportation services does STA offer?
STA provides contracted school transportation, charter services, special needs transportation, used bus sales, and sustainability-focused fleet solutions across North America.
How does STA ensure student safety?
We implement mandatory child-check procedures, electronic passenger reminders, and double-check systems while maintaining a 95% contract renewal rate through consistent safety improvements.
What sustainability initiatives does STA have?
Our programs include electric vehicle fleets, carbon accounting, alternative fuel adoption, and recycling initiatives that have earned multiple industry awards since 2012.
Can I purchase used school buses from STA?
Yes, we offer inventory of retired school buses suitable for community organizations, sports teams, and special event transportation needs.
How does STA handle special needs transportation?
Our drivers receive specialized training in seven core areas while managers maintain NAPT Special Needs Endorsement Certification for comprehensive accessibility solutions.
What safety recognition programs does STA offer?
We operate the School Bus Hero program rewarding students for safety vigilance and regional safety awards recognizing terminal-level safety achievements annually.
