NYAPT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE

NYAPT  presents the NYAPT Leadership Development and Certification Institute.  The purpose of this program is to provide school transportation professionals with a process to develop skills and competencies they need to ensure that all the elements necessary for a safe bus ride come together for every student who rides a school bus. 

Click on the link below to download the a brochure that explains the program as well as the application materials.

https://nyapt.org/certification

The application fee to enter the program is $175.00 for a three-year term.  Applicants can apply by completing the application, and sending it to NYAPT at the address below, with the $175.00 application fee included.  (The application may be emailed to membership@NYAPT.org if the fee will be paid by credit card.)

Membership in the program will be pending until the $175 application fee is posted and the application for Membership is approved.

NOTE: Applicant must be a NYAPT Member to participate in this program.

NYAPT BOARD MEETING
Saturday,  December 10, 2022 - 8:30 - 12:00 Noon

NYAPT Committee Meetings

Friday, December 09, 2022

All meetings will be held in person at the Albany Marriott Hotel.  A Zoom option will be available for those unable to attend.  Please indicate if you are attending in-person so accurate counts can be provided to the hotel and adequate meeting room accommodations are provided.   Please indicate if you will be attending dinner on Friday night so we can secure a reservation.

HOTEL
All room accommodations will be at the ALBANY MARRIOTT at 189 Wolf Road in Albany.  Click on the "Room Reservation Link" below to reserve a room: 

Reserve your room by  Wednesday, November 23 , 2022

or 

Call the Marriott Reservations Desk at 1-800-443-8952 and provide them our reservation info: “NYAPT Board Meeting December 2022”

Rate: $114.00 per person per night

Thank you for your participation in your Association!

SED School Bus Driver Instructor Course  (SBDI)

This course is offered for transportation professionals who wish to enhance their career by becoming a New York State Education Department (NYSED) certified School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI).  This course is instructed by NYSED Master Instructors. Successful completion of this course allows the candidate to become an SBDI, upon approval by SED.

Prerequisites for the Course are as follows:

·        Candidates must be employed by a school district, BOCES, non-public school or private contractor providing services to a public school, non-public school or BOCES

·        Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent

·        Candidates must have completed the Basic Course of Instruction for school bus drivers

·        Candidates must have completed the Advanced Course of instruction for school bus drivers OR a DMV approved point/insurance reduction program

Class Location:  Canton Central School District - 99 State Street - Canton, NY 13617

Dates:  December 23, 27, 28, 29 & January 2

Class Times:  8:00 - 4:00

Cost:  $895.00 - Payment required before first day of class. 

Class size is limited to 10 students

Master Instructors:  Frank Barney & Mark Rice

NOTE:  This course and attainment of SBDI credentials counts towards the NYAPT Certification Program.

NYAPT CANCELLATION POLICY:  https://www.nyapt.org/sys/website/?pageId=1785882

19-A Certified Examiner Refresher 

When:  February 22, 2023

Time:  9:00 AM - 12:00 noon

Check In begins at 8:30 AM

Location:  Albany Marriott

189 Wolf Road

Colonie, NY

     

The New York Association for Pupil Transportation will conduct a 19-A Certified Examiner Refresher in conjunction with the Winter Workshop on February 22, 2023.    This refresher training is required every three years by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.  The NYAPT course is an approved  New York State Department of Motor Vehicles refresher course.

The fee structure is as follows:

NYAPT Members:  $99.00

NYAPT Non-Members:  $99.00

Leadership Development and Certification program participants may attend NYAPT 19-A certified examiner refresher workshops at no cost.  Through the generous sponsorship of Leonard Bus Sales, Inc., the cost of the program will be covered. 

YOUR CERTIFIED EXAMINER NUMBER IS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATION OF ATTENDANCE - PLEASE BE SURE TO ADD IT TO YOUR REGISTRATION FORM OR ENTER "NONE" IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY A CERTIFIED EXAMINER - Thank you!

NYAPT CANCELLATION POLICY:  https://www.nyapt.org/sys/website/?pageId=1785882

Elevating Your Presentation Skills to Maximize Learning

When:  February 22, 2022

Time:  1:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location:  Albany Marriott

189 Wolf Road

Colonie, NY

     

The New York Association for Pupil Transportation will be conducting a workshop to provide attendees with information and strategies to improve presentation skills when presenting in the public arena.  Whether you are new to public speaking or a seasoned speaker, attend this workshop to learn and improve your skill set.   

Presented by DED Master Instructors Lori-Ann Savino and Nicole Dolce  

The fee structure is as follows:

NYAPT Members:  $99.00

NYAPT Non-Members: $135.00

Leadership Development and Certification program participants may attend this workshop at no cost.  Through the generous sponsorship of Leonard Bus Sales, Inc. the cost of the program will be covered. 

NYAPT CANCELLATION POLICY:  https://www.nyapt.org/sys/website/?pageId=1785882

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION

For over 20 years, NYAPT has offered  a Winter Workshop educational opportunity for our members.   An important part of our Winter Workshop is the participation of our industry partners.  

Please consider joining us at our Winter Workshop by exhibiting at our trade show or by sponsoring an event. 

Exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities for the Winter Workshop are an exclusive benefit of Industry membership in NYAPT.

Winter Workshop Exhibitor Opportunities

Exhibit Table - $500

 - Display includes a six-foot display table with two chairs
    (limited wall outlets available for electric-you will need to supply your own lead cord and/or surge protector)
  - Company logo included on NYAPT website program page
  - Set up for displays starts at 7:00 AM on THURSDAY February 23rd
     and displays are expected to remain until Noon on FRIDAY February 24th.
  - Individual exhibitor tables will receive up to two lunch tickets for Thursday's lunch.  (one per registered representative, up to two per table).
   

View the Exhibit Hall

2023 Winter Workshop exhibit floor plan.pdf

List of Exhibitors 

Updated as we move forward with registration

Sponsorship Opportunities

2023 Winter Workshop Sponsorship Opportunities

Program

For information on the educational workshops offered and a detailed schedule of events - visit 2023 Winter Workshop Program 11-1.pdf  today!  Exhibitors are welcome to attend all workshops.

Thursday Evening - NYAPT Scholarship and Networking Event

Join us for dinner and for a fun filled evening!

Dinner starts at 6:00 PM, served in the Marriott Hotel main event room immediately followed by a NYAPT scholarship fundraising event.....more details to come!

$50.00 per person - sign up when you register for your Table!

Hotel Reservations

All room accommodations will be at the ALBANY MARRIOTT at 189 Wolf Road in Albany. 518-458-8444

Rate: $137.00 per person per night. 

Phone:  Toll Free:  800.228.9290        Local:  518.458.8444
If you call in, use the phrase "NYAPT Winter Workshop 2023" to get the rate.

Reservation Link: BOOK YOUR GROUP RATE FOR NYAPT WINTER WORKSHOP 2023 HERE 

 RATE AVAILABLE  UNTIL THURSDAY 2/02/2023 (or until room block is sold out)

All sponsorship and exhibit table displays must be paid in full by January 31, 2022, to allow for promotion of  the WINTER WORKSHOP and the sponsor’s/exhibitor’s involvement.

Pre- Workshop Offerings

Wednesday February 22, 2023

Leadership Development and Certification Program Courses - All  Are Welcome!

9:00 - 12:00 Noon -   19-A Certified Examiner Refresher

Register here:  19-A Certified Examiner Refresher

1:00 - 4:00 PM - Elevating Presentation Skills to Maximize Learning

School transportation leaders are asked to present to different constituencies at various times throughout their career.  Attend this workshop to sharpen your presentation skills or for the first time ever, learn how to give a professional and convincing public speaking presentation. 

Register Here:   Elevating Presentation Skills to Maximize Learning

Winter Workshop Topics

Thursday & Friday

Sessions offered:

• Opening Session 
• Transportation Law Update - Douglas Gerhardt - Harris Beach PLLC
• Mental Health Issues in our Schools and Communities - Brandon Beachamp, Mental Health Association of NYS, Inc. 
• Update on Electric Vehicle Projects In New York - Panel 
• Weather Forecasting - NYS Mesonet Project - Nicholas Bassitt, PhD SUNY Albany
• Dealing With Change - TBD
• Achieving Your Goals - Panel
• State Education Department Update - Paul Overbaugh - State Director
• Using Data Analytics to Recruit and Retain Bus Drivers
• And more...…

(sessions subject to change as speakers are finalized- please check back periodically to verify you have the most current session schedule)

For the FULL DESCRIPTION OF ALL PROGRAMS and TIMES, visit: 2023 Winter Workshop Program 11-1.pdf

NYAPT Scholarship Networking Event

Thursday Evening

Join us for dinner and a fun-filled evening!

Dinner starts at 6:00 PM, served in the Marriott Hotel main event room immediately followed by a NYAPT Scholarship fundraising event.....Horse racing is back!

$50.00 per person - register for your ticket when you register as an attendee at the Winter Workshop!

SIGN UP ADDITIONAL GUESTS HERE! 

NYAPT Scholarship Fundraising and Networking Event - GUEST REGISTRATION

Conference Fees

MEMBER NYAPT - $225.00 full 2-day workshop (Thurs/Fri)
NON-Member -  $275.00 full 2-day workshop (Thurs/Fri)
Thursday Evening Networking Event -  $50 (optional)
No-Shows will be billed & responsible for payment.  See full cancellation policy below.'

Sponsor Opportunities

2023 Winter Workshop Sponsorships 

Hotel Reservations

All room accommodations will be at the ALBANY MARRIOTT at 189 Wolf Road in Albany. 518-458-8444

Rate: $137.00 per person per night. 

Phone:  Toll Free:  800-228-9290        Local:  518-458-8444  If you call in, use this phrase to get the NYAPT rate:  "NYAPT Winter Workshop 2023"

BOOK YOUR GROUP RATE FOR NYAPT WINTER WORKSHOP 2023 HERE 

RATE AVAILABLE UNTIL THURSDAY 2/02/2023 (or until room block is sold out)

Cancellation:
Cancellations must be received in writing prior to 5 pm, February 10, 2023 (no phone cancellations will be accepted). Refunds can be made ONLY on cancellations received before 5 pm 2/10/2023. NO Refunds will be made after that date. ---> NO-SHOWS will be billed and expected to honor their invoices.

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NYAPT Scholarship Fundraising and

Networking Event

Get ready for a fun filled evening !

After a long day in the classroom, let's relax with some good food and fun. 

Back by popular demand, we will host "A NIGHT AT THE RACES" to raise funds for the NYAPT Scholarship Program.  This program provides four $1000 scholarships to deserving students in the post-high school educational endeavors.   

Dinner starts at 6:00 PM, served in the Marriott Hotel main event room followed by a fun filled evening. Stay tuned for more!

THIS EVENT IS FOR GUEST REGISTRATION ONLY - REGISTERED ATTENDEES AND EXHIBITORS REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT WITHIN YOUR ATTENDEE OR EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION.