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Our future is riding with us!
NYAPT Executive Board Elections - 2026
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President - John Spacht
Transportation Director, Southwestern, Frewsburg, and Jamestown School District
John Spacht is proud to be a candidate for President of the New York Association for Pupil Transportation. With more than 20 years of experience in transportation, spending the last 16 years in pupil transportation. John has dedicated his career to safety, training, and operational excellence. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he brings a leadership style rooted in service, accountability, and teamwork.
John serves as a New York State Master School Bus Driver Instructor, DMV 19-A Certified Examiner, NYS Vehicle Safety Inspector, and Third-Party CDL Road Test Examiner through the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. He is also the Director of Transportation for three school districts in Chautauqua County. His hands-on experience working with drivers, technicians, and transportation departments gives him a practical understanding of the day-to-day challenges facing pupil transportation across the state.
John has also been deeply involved in advocacy for the industry, previously serving as Legislative Committee Chair for the New York Association for Pupil Transportation. In that role, he worked to ensure the voices of transportation professionals were heard on critical issues affecting student transportation.
As President, John’s vision is to strengthen professional development, expand member engagement, and advocate for practical policies that support safe, efficient, and sustainable student transportation. He is committed to building stronger partnerships across the industry and ensuring that NYAPT continues to be a strong voice for the professionals who safely transport New York’s students every day.
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President - Elect Nicole Dolce
Transportation Director - Herricks Public Schools
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Vice - President - Brian Trask
Transportation Director - Unatego Central School District
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Secretary - Jamie Reinke
Freeport School District
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Treasurer - Christine Finch
Lafayette Central School District
Christine Finch has been a dedicated professional in school transportation since 2009, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience and leadership to the field. She began her career as aschool bus driver, developing a strong foundation in student safety and daily operations. In 2017, Christine advanced to the role of school bus dispatcher and became a certified 19-A Examiner, further expanding her expertise in driver compliance and regulatory standards. In 2018, she earned her certification as a School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI), where she played a key role in training and mentoring new drivers.
Christine continued her progression into leadership, becoming Assistant Transportation Supervisor in 2022 and Transportation Supervisor in 2023 for the LaFayette Central School District. In her current role, she oversees transportation operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and prioritizes the safety and efficiency of student transportation services. Christine is also actively involved in professional leadership through NYAPT, where she serves as Chair of the Pupil Safety Committee and Co-Chair of the Scholarship Committee. In these roles, she works to promote student safety initiatives and support the development of future transportation professionals. With a comprehensive understanding of transportation at every level—from driver to district leadership—Christine brings a well-rounded perspective, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence. She is passionate about supporting transportation professionals and strengthening the industry. Christine is proud to be running for the position of Treasurer for the NYAPT Board and looks forward to contributing her experience, integrity, and dedication to the organization.
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