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CASTOways
NOVEMBER 2015
www.castoways.org
School Bus Safety Awareness
a
Safety is Our Business
Safety first
By JENNIFER HANSHEW
CASTO STATE PRESIDENT
As we head into the holiday months
I ask that you take some time to reflect
on the accomplishments and successes
that you have gained. October is a month
of awareness for a lot of different things
and within the month of October. It is
also recognized for “School Bus Safety
Awareness” I was honored to be able to
go to Sacramento
and accept
the School Bus
Safety Proclamation signed by
governor brown,
presented by the
CHP commissioner. I cannot
express what an
honor it was to
JENNIFER HANSHEW
meet the CHP
CASTO President
Commissioner
Joe Farrow; he is truly genuine and compassionate about the yellow school bus.
Let me share with you what it states:
School Bus Safety Awareness Month
October is a crucial month for student
transportation and children entering and
exiting the school bus.
Members of the motoring public
should be attentive, cautious, and courteous around school buses and school
bus stops where children are boarding or
exiting a school bus, or being escorted
across a busy street.
The unified goal of California Highway
Patrol, the Department of Education,
and the California Association of School
Transportation Officials is zero children
injured or killed while loading or unloading from a school bus, and increased
public awareness of pupil transportation
safety.
Signed by Governor Jerry Brown
Thank you for allowing me the oppor-
CASTO accepts the Governor's proclamation of School Bus Safety Month with CHP Commissioner Farrow.
CDE offers new Instructor Refresher Program
The California Department of Education’s Office of School Transportation (CDE, OST) has
created a new course. The Instructor Refresher
Program is a fast-paced condensed version of the
original State Certified Instructor Program. This
refresher course was created to support the ongoing education both in knowledge and skills for
valid state certified instructors seeking to refine
their instructional abilities. It offers guidance on
lesson planning and behind-the-wheel teaching
techniques, and will cover a variety of topics. The
cost of this course will be a $50.00 nonrefundable
course fee. However, lodging and meals will not
be provided.
(please see attachments)
Please visit the Department’s website at www.
cde.ca.gov/ls/tn for applications and attendance
guidelines. For questions regarding this instructor bulletin or any of the certifications or training
courses offered by the Department of Education’s
Office of School Transportation, please call the
OST at 916 375-7100. 
Instructor Refresher Course Schedule
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
Defensive Driving
CHP, DMV, CDE
Responsibilities
Staff Introduction
Lesson Planning
Brake Systems
Afternoon
Documentation
FRIDAY
Behind-the-Wheel
Teaching Techniques
(Classroom)
Instructor Requirements
Afternoon Afternoon 12:00 p.m. Loading and Unloading
Behind-the-Wheel
Teaching Techniques
(Field)
Legal Resources
Conclusion
Afternoon
Teaching Techniques
Classroom Management
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Chhapters are busy with Safety
Workshops, Roadeos, future plans
and other activities to start the
new calendar year.
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Conference information
Training Calendar
All information on Registration,
fees, lodging and proceedings
for 48th annual State Conference
in San Diego is available.
Department of Education
releases information on
several different courses
to be offered.
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CASTO • 2015-16
Executive Committee
President.................................Jennifer Hanshew
(661) 827-3199 ext. 51441 FAX: (661) 398-7042
Jennifer_Hanshew@kernhigh.org
1st Vice President ..................Christopher Bates
408-201-6323 ext. 60501 FAX: 408-776-1603
batesc@mhusd.org
castoconference@gmail.com
2nd Vice President .....................Tony Peregrina
(530) 406-5981
tony.peregrina@wjusd.org
Treasurer..............................................Mark Verch
855-227-8668 FAX: 831-761-2656
castoconference@gmail.com
Secretary.......................................... Tony Biscoe
(805) 385-1501 ext. 2555 FAX: (805) 280-2494
email: castosecretary@gmail.com
Immediate Past President ..............Nikki Hughes
(916) 335-0882
email: nlhughes2015@gmail.com
Prof./Associate Rep..................Debbie Schmidt
(619) 886-2710 FAX: (619) 496-5103
juslildeb@msn.com
CHAPTER PRESIDENTS
Chapter 1.................................................................Sam Anderson
Southern San Bernardino, Riverside County
(909) 307-5370 FAX: (909) 307-5374
email: Sam_Anderson@redlands.k12.ca.us
Chapter 2...........................................................Donna Wittenberg
Orange County
(714) 220-6950 FAX : (714)220-6903
email: dwittenberg@cypsd.k12.ca.us
Chapter 3................................................................Kevin Wedemeyer
San Diego, Imperial County (619) 691-5527
kevin.wedemeyer@sweetwaterschools.org
Chapter 4...............................................................Sheri Armstrong
Los Angeles County
(818) 830-2258 FAX: (818) 891-8021
Sheri.armstrong@lausd.net
Chapter 5.....................................................................Pam Medina
Ventura, Southern Santa Barbara County
(805) 641-2000 ext. 1325 FAX: (805) 653-7864
tbriscoe@mrpk.org
Chapter 6.................................................................Andrew Peters
Sacramento Area (530) 622-6464 ext. 2233
apeters@mlusd.net
Chapter 7............................................................Susan Moorehead
San Francisco Bay Area
(415) 939-5782 FAX: (408) 971-3416
email: susan.moorehead@firstgroup.com
Chapter 8............................................... Cherie Pinheiro-Quinonez
Fresno, Madera, Merced, Mariposa, Inyo County
(559) 903-2432 cherie118@me.com
Chapter 9........................................................................ Kelly Sola
San Luis Obispo County
(805) 544-0435 ext. 236 FAX: (805) 549-0864
ksola@capslo.org Lisa Costanzo
Chapter 10........................................................ Amanda Hightman
Napa, Contra Costa, Solano
(925) 260-9972 FAX: 925-779-7602
amandahightman@antioch.k12.ca.us
Chapter 12.....................................................................Greg Straw
Kern County
(661) 472-8979 jeep-guy@pacbell.net
Chapter 13.........................................................................Mike Rea
Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino, Marin County
(707) 206-9988 FAX: (707) 206-9901
email: mikerea-wcta@juno.com
Chapter 14.............................................................. Vicki Wingfield
King, Tulare, Inyo County
(559) 730-7856 FAX: (559) 730-7625
email: vwingfield@visalia.k12.ca.us
Chapter 15........................................................ Denise Cheeseman
San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Tuolumne, Calaveras County
(209) 830-3200 x1710 FAX: (209) 830-3217
dcheeseman@tusd.net
Chapter 17.................................................................... Tania Kaylor
Redding, Shasta, Wonderland
(530) 221-4114 FAX: 530-945-7369
taniekaylor@yahoo.com
Chapter 18...........................................................Derrick Campbell
Humboldt, Del Norte County
(704) 464-0250 dcampbell@delnorte.k12.ca.us
Chapter 20.................................................................... Doug Smith
San Bernardino County/High Desert
(760) 868-6739 FAX: (760) 868-4577
doug_smith@snowlineschools.com
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Board Liaison Nikki Hughes • (714) 997-6244
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CHAPTER NEWS
CHAPTER 12
The 31st annual Chapter 12 Safety Workshop was
recently held at Ollivier Middle School in Bakersfield on November 7, 2015. Ninety-five attendees
were present for the event that included sessions
on Loading and Unloading, Mountain Driving, Preparing for CHP Renewal, Driver Self Assessment,
Fire Extinguisher Use, and Methods of Air Brake
Check. The day concluded with a great Tri-Tip
lunch for all.
Presenters included our guest speaker Dano
Rybar from the Department of Education Office of
School Transportation, Officer Elenna Demarah of
the California Highway Patrol, Sherry Fanell from
the Kern High School District, Shirley Wammock
from the Kern County Superintendent of Schools,
Luis Espinoza from Delano Union School District,
Greg Straw, and representatives from the Kern
County Fire Department Station Number 52.
Lori Castillo of the Kern County Superintendent
of Schools chaired the Raffle event and received
donations from over fifteen local vendors as well as
support from A-Z Bus Sales and Bus West. Melanie
Ogle, also from KCSOS, organized the food preparation and the kitchen staff and Jason Fowler and
Don Blakeney, both of Kern High, as well as Bill
Ross from Bakersfield City Schools cooked the delicious Tri-Tip meal.
Looking ahead to the future, the Chapter 12
Executive Board will be meeting on December 17,
2015 at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools
to judge posters entered in the 2016 CASTO Poster
Contest. Preparation will also soon begin on the
School Bus Safety Roadeo Workshop to be held
February 27, 2016 at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Transportation Facility in Bakersfield.
The members of Chapter 12 extend our thanks
to all Veterans for their service to our country and
hope that each of you has time later in the month
to relax and spend time with your loved ones during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Submitted by Greg Straw
Chapter 12 President
CHAPTER 13
On Saturday October 17, 2015, CASTO Chapter
13 had its annual school bus driver workshop at
the Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds. There were approximately 60 drivers in attendance at the event
that day. We provide approximately five hours of
in-service time in a single-venue format.
Kicking off the morning was a two-hour presentation highlighting driver complacency. Donna
Anderson a consultant from the California Department of Education’s Office of School Transportation provided this program and training. As always, Donna is professional and her presentation
is compelling. Feedback through the day reflected
that it was an excellent program. Thank you,
Donna!
Our next program of the day was presented by
Tim Pforsich, Supervisor of Transportation for
Healdsburg Unified School District, and their State
Certified School Bus Driver Instructor. Tim’s program was entitled, “Defensive Driving: What’s the
Rush?”. This was an excellent and entertaining
program. The program grabbed the audience’s attention right away. There was an audience partici-
pation aspect that highlighted how much safer we
are when we slow down. One of the key elements
I learned was how to pronounce his name, accompanied by the proper hand gesture! Prior to beginning his career in school transportation, Tim had a
full career as a flight instructor and an FAA Air Traffic Controller. Maybe next time we should have
him give a course on how to manage high-stress
environments!
Our afternoon program was presented by Karen
Krone, School Bus Driver Instructor with West
County Transportation Agency. Karen is always
a favorite of the crowd. Her program highlighted
many of the elements she learned to become a ProAct trainer. She focused on difficult situations and
techniques to de-escalate situations, protect yourself and keep your bus safe. Of course, the bus
environment makes it much more difficult for us
to manage difficult behaviors. Karen gave a great
presentation.
We had a continental breakfast. The President
usually makes the coffee, and he didn’t screw it up
this year. We had juice, coffee, bagels, nut breads
and other delectable items.
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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION
OF SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION
OF SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS
CONFERENCE INFORMATION
CONFERENCE INFORMATION
CONFERENCE PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
All Conference activities, excluding bowling and golf, will be held at the
Town and Country Resort with the Exhibit Show at the Convention Center.
Thursday, March 17: Begin your conference activities with the Annual Golf Tournament.
Friday, March 18: Join us for the annual bowling tournament. Bowling will begin at 11:00 am.
Conference registration is open from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm.
Saturday, March 19: Conference general session begins at 8:00 a.m. with, Kevin Bracy, a fantastic
keynote speaker. Following the general session, you will have several pre-conference break-out
sessions from which to choose. Lunch will be on your own followed by more break-out sessions.
The Exhibit Show at the Convention Center begins at 2:00 pm for those with VIP passes and 3:00
pm for all attendees. The Exhibit Show closes at 6:00 pm. The evening concludes with a delicious
buffet dinner at pool side with a Cruise Ship theme. Come dance to the music of DJ’s Joe and
Charlene.
As CASTO celebrates 48 years of pupil transportation safety, we invite you to join us at the 2016
CASTO State Conference in beautiful San Diego, California, March 19-21, 2016.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
School Board Members
School Administrators
Transportation Administrators
Vehicle Maintenance Managers
Instructors/BTW Trainers
Early Childhood Educators
Dispatchers
School Bus Drivers
Industry Suppliers
As CASTO celebrates 48 years
Chief Business Officials
Mechanics
Head Start Professionals
Bus Attendants
Sunday, March 20: Conference opens with breakfast, the poster contest winner, awards, election
results, installation of the CASTO 2016-2017 State Executive Board and a keynote speaker.
Following the lunch on-your-own break, conference attendees will participate in more training in
the afternoon break-out sessions.
Supplier “Meet and Greet”, Sunday Night at pool side. Didn’t get to talk long enough to your
favorite supplier at the trade show? No problem! Now you can at the pool side party from
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm and the evening will conclude with a heavy Hors d’Oeuvres at pool side. Enjoy
music and dancing with DJ’s Joe and Charlene.
Monday, March 21: Conference programs begin at 8:00 am. Expect a full day of training,
of pupil transportation safety,
we invite
you
to join
us at the
2016
networking,
information,
legislation
information
and the
State Agency Panel.
CASTO State Conference
in
beautiful
San
Diego,
California,
March
19-21,
2016.
CASTO FACTS
 CASTO was founded in 1968 and is the officially recognized state pupil transportation organization
 CASTO membership exceeds 1500 with hundreds in attendance at the State Conference
 CASTO provides a communication network of pupil transportation experts throughout California and
the nation
 CASTO is the legislative
for pupil
transportation in Sacramento
Schoolvoice
Board
Members
School Administrators
A full-conference package will include all general sessions, all break-out sessions, the Saturday
night buffet dinner, Exhibit Show, Sunday breakfast
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Chief Business Officials
The Golf Tournament will on Thursday, March 17, 2016
Transportation Administrators
Vehicle Maintenance Managers
Mechanics
CONFERENCE FACILITIES AND HOUSING
More information coming
soon
Instructors/BTW
Trainers
Early
Childhood
Educators
Head
Start Professionals
The host hotel for the 2016 conference is the
Town and Country
Resort Hotel and Convention Center, 500 Hotel Circle School
North, San Bus
DiegoDrivers
Dispatchers
Bus Attendants
Reservations must be made individually no later than February 24, 2016.
Industry Suppliers
BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Golfing not your “cup of tee?” Join us for the CASTO Bowling Tournament,
11:00 am, Friday, March 18, 2016, at Kearny Mesa Bowl, 7585 Clairemont Mesa
Blvd, San Diego, 92111. (858) 279-1501. The Tournament will begin at 11:00 a.m.
and state
consist of
3 games.
Transportation will be
provided from the hotel. The bus will depart from the hotel
was founded in 1968 and is the officially recognized
pupil
transportation
organization
lobby area at 10:15 a.m. Individual cost is $40.00. Lane sponsorship is available at $200 per lane. Lane
membership exceeds 1500 with hundreds in attendance
at
the
State
Conference
Sponsorships include one free bowler registration. All those participating in the bowling tournament must
complete a bowling
registration
form and return
it to the conference
provides a communication network of pupil transportation
experts
throughout
California
and registrar.
CASTO FACTS
 CASTO
 CASTO
 CASTO
the nation
 CASTO is the legislative voice for pupil transportation in Sacramento
FACILITIES AND HOUSING
HOUSING RESERVATIONS ANDCONFERENCE
PARKING
California Association of School Transportation Officials
48th Annual State Conference & Exhibit Show
March 19-21, 2016
The
host
hotel for
the
2016
Room rates at the Town and Country Resort are $125.00, plus tax. To make
your
reservations,
call the
hotel
at conference is the
Town & Country Hotel Resort, San Diego, CA.
(800)772-8527. (Don’t forget to identify
yourself
CASTO to receive
this discounted
room
rate).
Town
andas Country
Resort
Hotel and
Convention
Center, 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego
Self-parking rate is $12.00 per day for hotel guest & $4.00/hr. for locals not to exceed $15.00 per day.
NAME:
__________________________________________________________CASTO
Number____________________
Reservations must be made individually no later
than
February 24, 2016.
(As you wish it to appear on your name badge)
(Required for price discount)
TITLE:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
CASTO members only can take advantage of the “Limited Time Special” that expires on December 31, 2015.
Full-conference registration and payment postmarked no later than February 19, 2016 will receive the EarlyBird discount. For more information, see the registration form. Additional meal tickets will be available on a
date-received basis until maximum limits are reached. We encourage you to register early to guarantee your
attendance at the conference. Purchase orders will be accepted up to March 4, 2016.
Cancellation requests must be in writing and postmarked no later than March 4, 2016. You may fax your
cancellation request to (831) 761-2656 or email us. CASTO will assess a 10% fee to cover the cost involved with
cancellations. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after March 4, 2016 or for no shows.
CASTO will impose a $25.00 fee for returned checks.
Questions and Information: email Mark at castoconference@gmail.com or
call toll-free 855-CASTO68 (855-227-8668)
Payment is due with your registration. If no payment is enclosed, your registration will not be accepted
(except purchase orders).
Onsite Registration will be open the following hours:
Friday, March 19, 2016
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Saturday, March 20, 2016
Sunday, March 21, 2016
6:30 am – 10:30 am
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
6:30 am – 7:30 am
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
COMPANY NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________
(No Abbreviations)
ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________________
CITY: ________________________________________________________STATE______________ZIP________________
TELEPHONE:___________________________________________FAX:________________________________________
EMAIL: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
REGISTRATION FEES:
Please choose cost based on date specifications:
Members
st
Non-Members
Total
Limited Time Special Full Registration Fee (Before December 31 )
$295
N/A
________
Early Bird Full Registration Fee (on or before February 19th)
$350
$425
________
Full Registration Fee (after February 19th)
$375
$450
________
Full Conference Retired
$275
N/A
________
Saturday Pre Conference
(Classes & Exhibit show only)
$ 50
$ 75
________
Saturday Full Package
(Includes All Saturday Sessions, Exhibit Show & Dinner)
$125
$150
________
All FULL Conference Packages listed above include:
Includes all Conference Sessions
Saturday Exhibit Show
Saturday “Cruise Ship” themed night Buffet Dinner
Sunday Breakfast
Meet & Greet on Sunday
Sunday Package (includes all Sessions, Breakfast, Meet & Greet)
$150
$175
________
Monday Package (All Monday Sessions)
$100
$125
________
Additional Items:
Saturday Dinner
COST
$ 65
Qty
______
________
Sunday Breakfast
$ 45
______
________
Additional meal tickets will be available on a date-received basis until maximum limits are reached.
Total Amount Due (Part 1)
PAYMENT INFORMATION ON LAST PAGE
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CASTO Conference information (cont.)…
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California Association of School Transportation Officials
PAYMENT INFORMATION
48th Annual State Conference & Exhibit Show
March 19-21, 2016
NAME: __________________________________________________________
Town & Country Hotel Resort, San Diego, CA.
DISTRICT/COMPANY: ______________________________________________
Purchase orders will be accepted up to March 4, 2016.
BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Join us for the CASTO Bowling Tournament, 11:00 am, Friday, April 11th, 2014 at Kearny Mesa Bowl, 7585
Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, 92111. (858) 279-1501. The Tournament will begin at 11:00 a.m. and consist of 3
games. Transportation will be provided from the hotel. The bus will depart from the hotel lobby area at
10:30 a.m. Individual cost is $40.00. Lane sponsorship is available at $200 per lane. Lane Sponsorships
include one free bowler registration. All those participating in the bowling tournament must complete a
bowling registration form and return it to the conference registrar.
Please use a separate registration form for each person.
Cancellation requests must be in writing and postmarked no later than March 4, 2016. You may fax your cancellation
request to (831) 761-2656 or email us. CASTO will assess a 10% fee to cover the cost involved with cancellations. There will
be no refunds for cancellations received after March 4, 2016 or for no shows.
CASTO will impose a $25.00 fee for returned checks.
Payment is due with your registration. Include all registration forms along with payment. If no payment is enclosed,
your registration will not be accepted (except purchase orders).
Total enclosed or to be charged from registration forms (part 1 & 2) $_______________
Payment Method
Check
Name
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Order
Credit Card
Credit Card Information: Circle One:
Visa / MasterCard
Name on Card
________________________________________________
District/Company _____________________________________________________________________________________
Billing Address on Card
________________________________________________
Address
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Card Number
________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________State ________Zip ___________
Expiration Date
________________________________________________
Security Card Numbers
________________________________________________
Phone (______) __________________________
I wish to authorize the purchase of services/merchandise from California Association of School Transportation Officials
(CASTO), using this Credit Card Authorization Form. I agree that I will pay for this purchase and indemnify and hold
CASTO harmless against any liability pursuant to this authorization. I understand that my signature on this form will
serve as the authorized signature on the credit card charge slip. This authorization is valid for a period of six (6) months.
Bowling Tournament - Friday, March 18, 2016
Please use a separate registration form for each person.
___________________________________________________
COST
QTY
TOTAL
Bowling Individual (see addition information below)
$40.00
_______
_______
Make checks payable to CASTO
Bowling Lane Sponsor
(Sponsor includes 1 free bowler)
$200.00
_______
_______
Mail completed Registration to:
CASTO - PO Box 205, Aromas, CA 95004 or fax to 831-761-2656.
Total Amount Due (Part 2)
Signature
Questions and Information: email Mark at castoconference@gmail.com or
call toll-free 855-CASTO68 ext. 102 (855-227-8668)
________
CASTO USE ONLY
INDICATE PREFERENCE FOR BOWLING PARTNERS BELOW (Leave blank if you wish to be assigned to a team)
1_________________________________________
2______________________________________
3_________________________________________
Bowling information:
Mark Verch:
4______________________________________
Email: castoconference@gmail.com or (855-227-8668)
PAYMENT INFORMATION ON LAST PAGE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION
825 Riverside Pkwy., Ste. 110
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Phone: 916-375-7100 Fax: 916-375-7110
Website: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/tn
REFRESHER COURSE APPLICATION
Date Received
________________________________________________
Purchase Order #
________________________________________________
Invoice #
________________________________________________
Billing Date
________________________________________________
Date PO Paid
________________________________________________
Check #
________________________________________________
Auth #
________________________________________________
Section 3 – Instructor Limitations:
Instructor ID:
Please select the areas in which you are certified:
Check One:
Check One:
School Bus
SPAB
Transit
No Instructional Limitations
Farm Labor
Classroom Only
Behind-the-Wheel Only
Shall Not Document Training
Instructions:
Please print or type all requested information. Completed application and course fee must be
mailed to the above address. Applications without payment will not be accepted.
Section 1 – Applicant Information:
Section 4 – Certification and Course Fee:
Instructor Refresher Program 1st Choice:
(OST-West Sacramento)
Applicant
Signature:
Name:
Home Mailing Address:
City:
State and Zip Code:
County:
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
2nd Choice:
Print:
Date:
NOTE: Signature certifies that the information provided in this application by the applicant is true and
that the applicant has not knowingly made a false statement or concealed any material fact.
Home E-mail Address:
Course Fee
Date of Birth:
Driver License Number:
Class:
Endorsement(s):
Restriction(s):
A
B
California Special Driver Certificate: Check one
School Bus
SPAB
Transit
Farm Labor
Restriction(s):
$50.00 (Check/Money Order payable to the California Department of Education)
There is no additional application fee for this program beyond the course fee of $50.00. Travel,
lodging, and meals are the responsibility of the applicant. Please make check or money order
payable to: California Department of Education. No cash or credit card payments accepted. Course
fee is non-refundable, but credit may be applied toward future programs offered by the California
Department of Education, Office of School Transportation.
Section 2 – Employer Information:
Independent Instructor: Check box if you are an Independent Instructor
Primary Employer:
Primary Employer Mailing Address:
City:
State and Zip Code:
County:
Primary Employer Phone Number:
Fax:
Primary Employer E-mail Address:
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President's message (cont.)…
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tunity to accept this award on behalf of CASTO. Keep up the
great job that you do every day.
Remember to visit castoways.org to get the newest information on the upcoming 48th annual CASTO State Conference to be
held in sunny San Diego in March 2016.
I cannot express this enough: “Never hold your head down,
2
never say you can’t, never limit yourself,
and never stop believing!”
APP-11 (REV 1/2016)
— Author unknown
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Transportation Officials
State Department releases
2016 CDE/OST Training Calendar
The California Department of Education,
Office of School Transportation (CDE/ OST)
is pleased to release the 2016 CDE/
OST Training Calendar.
In addition to the Bus Driver Instructor Certification Course, the
calendar includes the Administrator Course, Special Needs Course,
Mountain Driving Instructor Course
and the Instructor Refresher Course
(new) dates.
Applications are currently being accepted for the June 2016 Bus
Driver Instructor Certification
Course to be held June 5 through
June 24, 2016.
If you have plans on sending an
applicant to this course, we encourage you to submit the application as
soon as possible to secure a spot in
the June course. The January 24th
through February 12, 2016 class is
already full.
Please visit the CDE,OST website
at www.cde.ca.gov/ls/tn for applications
and attendance guidelines.
For questions regarding this instructor bulletin or any of the certifications or courses offered by the
Department of Education’s Office of
School Transportation, please call the
OST at 916 375-7100 
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CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Office of School Transportation
2016 OST Training Calendar
Bus Driver Instructor Certification Course
Class #294
January 24th – February 12th
Class #295
June 5th – June 24th
Class #296
July 24th – August 12th
Bus Driver Instructor Refresher Course
Class #001
April 18th – 22nd
Class #002
September 12th – 16th
Special Needs Course
Class #075
May 17th – 18th
Class #076
December 6th – 7th
Mountain Driver Instructor Course
Class #008
September 25th – September 30th
Transportation Administrator Course
Class #020
School Bus Driver Training
October 31st – November 4th
California Department of Education, Office of School Transportation
825 Riverside Parkway ● Suite 110 ● West Sacramento ● CA● 95605
916-375-7100 ● FAX 916-375-7110
www.cde.ca.gov/ls/tn
This list is updated on a monthly basis. Please call the EMS Authority
to
confirm
a training
approval
status
a program
does notto confirm a training program’s approval status if a program does not appear
This
list is updated
on program’s
a monthly basis.
Please
callif the
EMS Authority
appear
on this list.
on this list.
Schedule Subject to Change Based on the Needs of the Department
Organization/Program Manager
Address/Phone
Expiration
A-B-CPR & First Aid Training
3717 Camino del Rio South
San Diego, CA 92108-4005
(619) 281-3304
Fax (619) 342-4431
10/31/2016
1450 Westec Dr
Eugene, OR 97402-9189
(800) 246-5101 390
Fax (541) 344-7429
2/29/2016
7435 Unversity Ave., #104
La Mesa, CA 91942-9057
(619) 469-7109
Fax (619) 469-1398
5/31/2019
640 Stemel Ct.
Milpitas, CA 95035-3566
(408) 262-0909
Fax (408) 262-0889
4/30/2017 5 Wall Street
Burlington, MA 01803
(800) 541-5696
Fax (904) 621-9015
10/31/2016
1046 Calle Recodo Ste K
San Clemente, CA 92673
(800) 215-9555 107
Fax (949) 388-2776
9/30/2018
1450 Westec Dr
Eugene, OR 97402-9189
(800) 800-7099
Fax (541) 344-7429
8/31/2016
1121 Spring Lake Dr
Itasca, IL 60143-3201
800) 621-7615 52336
Fax (630) 285-9594
9/30/2017 Organization/Program Manager
Address/Phone
Expiration
Save-A-Life Educators Inc
13695 Alta Loma Ln
Jamul, CA 91935-1604
(619) 669-9911
Fax (619) 669-3738
2/28/2017
630 Debbie Pl
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 738-3700
Fax (760) 738-3700
Expired 3/31/2015
19742 MacArthur Blvd Ste 150
Irvine, CA 92612-2444
(949) 251-9085
Fax (949) 852-0971
7/31/2017
Mike Long
American Safety & Health Institute
Ralph Shenefelt
AmeriMed
Christine Gallagher
Critical Moments Safety Training
Pamela Wells
ECSI Ped Facts
Denise Howard
EMS Safety Services, Inc.
Robert E Pryce
Medic First Aid International
Ralph Shenefelt
William Rowe
National Safety Council
Barbara Caracci
Donna Siegfried
Vicki Igou
The Training Source
Catherine Hicks
University Training Center Inc.
Robin Ann Lipscomb
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CASTO CALENDAR
State Board of Directors
2015-2016
DATE
EVENT
TIME & LOCATION
September 12, 2015
State Board Meeting
Sacramento
October 7-9, 2015
Managers Forum
South Lake Tahoe
November 14, 2015
State Board Meeting
Ontario
January 09, 2016
State Board Meeting
Sacramento
March 19-21, 2016
State Conference
San Diego, CA
April 30, 2016
Roadeo
TBA
May 07, 2016
Roadeo
TBA
May 29, 2016
Championship Roadeo
TBA
June 11, 2016
State Board Meeting
Ontario
June 16-17, 2016
Mechanics Workshop
South Lake Tahoe
July 15-16, 2016
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Our lunch featured ravioli, pasta, salad and
garlic bread from Mary’s Pizza Shack. The ravioli enhancement and much of the lunch cost was
covered by a generous donation from A-Z Bus Sales
and Gabe Hightman. Thank you!! In addition A-Z
provided some goodies for our attendees. Bus
West and Darren Salo also provided some other
goodies for our attendees. We sincerely appreciate
this support.
We had a 50-50 raffle that featured a $140 payout! We also had a raffle that includes about 40
hand-made gift baskets, wooden items and wine.
Many of our attendees came away with prizes. In
addition, Chapter 13 sold t-shirts and mugs to help
support the chapter.
It was a marvelous day and we look forward to
providing a similar workshop next year!
Submitted by Mike Rea
Chapter 13 President
CHAPTER 17
It was a beautiful sunny day…over 60 attendees
scattered about in their school buses everywhere,
maneuvering around barricades and through obstacles, practicing to become the best that they
can be!
September 19, 2015, Chapter 17 hosted our Fall
Workshop. The focus at this year’s workshop was
“School Bus Safety Roadeo.”
Tony Peregrina, Director of Transportation at
Woodland Joint Union School District and Kevin
Sellstrom, Director of Transportation at Galt Joint
Union High School District were our wonderful presenters.
All attendees enjoyed the first session of the
workshop in the classroom covering; right and left
turns, parallel parking, student loading and unloading and backing. Tony and Kevin shared with them
the importance of proper mirror use, vehicle movement and how to properly maneuver their buses
through each event.
Then Tony and Kevin took the drivers outside
where they practiced with their buses on the
course that was set up in the parking lot. The drivers encouraged and supported each other while
they put their driving skills to the test!
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A fabulous Tri-Tip lunch prepared
by Ed and Linda Jestes was enjoyed
by everyone!
Chapter 17 will continue with the
second half of the “School Bus Safety
Roadeo Workshop” at our 36th Annual
Workshop which is held February 6,
2016.
Thank you Tony and Kevin….A
great day was had by ALL!!
Submitted by Tania Kaylor
Chapter 17 President
CHAPTER 3
The annual Chapter 3 Workshop
was held on October 24, 2015 at San
Diego Unified School District’s Transportation Yard. Presenters were Susie Reese, Director of Transportation
from Vista Unified School District;
John Lewis, Driver Instructor from
Los Angeles Unified School District;
Mark Blair, Driver Trainer from San
Diego Unified School District; and
Tina Post, School Bus Area Coordinator from California Highway Patrol,
Oceanside.
Topics taught were: Distracted
Driving, Driving Under The Influence,
Passenger Management, & Railroad
Crossings. It was a great day for training and improving skills.
Submitted by Robelyn C. Watson
CHAPTER 1
Our first meeting of the year was
held on September 22 where we
swore in our new Chapter Board
members. Since our last year’s elections we have had some changes
At the Chapter 3
Workshop
in the Board. Matt Thomas our 1st
Vice President has moved to Orange
County where he is now the Director
of Transportation at Anaheim Union
School District so he will be joining
the Chapter 2 team. Carl Kovach who
has been a long time CASTO member
has moved to Kentucky to be closer
to his family, Carl was our web master for the Chapter. Maybe he will still
be our web master remotely.
We set the date for our workshop
for January 30, 2016 and it will be
held again at the Citrus Valley HS in
Redlands. We have some great classes set to present with an emphasis on
Special Needs which is always very
popular. We have not changed the
cost of the workshop in over 15 years
at a price of $25 if paid in advance
and a $5 discount for non-members,
the cost is $35 at the door. We will
have some great prizes starting with
a 50” TV and many more prizes. Look
for the workshop flyer in Castoways!
We are still working on the Roadeo
date but we are looking at the end
of February or the middle of March.
We are looking forward to recruiting
some new members to help with the
Workshop and Roadeo so don’t be
shy, raise your hand and volunteer.
Submitted by Sam Anderson
CASTO Chapter 1 President
CHAPTER 20
Greetings, from the High desert
where it is windy… Again. In September I had the pleasure of holding my
first Chapter 20 meeting with me as
their Commander and Chief. Thank
goodness for our past president, John
Cain, past treasure Sandy Dillman
and Robert and his Rules of Order
(lol). The three of them had their
work cut out for them keeping the
meeting on track and in order. They
had an even harder time keeping me
from running amuck. For those of you
that have never tried to run a meeting, of any kind, it is a very humbling
experience. You must remember to
do all that needs to be done, calling
for the question, when to take a vote
and other such things. Things that
are supposed to be done a certain
way, and in a certain order ...WHO
KNEW?? Since this is the first time I
have ever taken a political position of
any kind, I have a whole lot to learn.
As the new Chapter 20 President, I
PROMISE TO FIGHT FOR A FOUR DAY
WORK WEEK, HIGHER PAY FOR ALL
and WORLD PEACE…oh sorry about
that, I got caught up in that president
thing. Okay, so maybe not World
Peace. I do promise that I will help
work on goals and agendas to focus
our chapter and CASTO on promoting
safer school bus transportation.
One of the first things is getting
more people involved in School Bus
Safety Roadeo. School Bus Safety
Roadeo makes good drivers better
and great drivers amazing. Just to let
you all know, our night roadeo is on
hold for a while, some red tape got
in the way. However, in February on
the 16th Chapter 20 will be holding an
almost hands on roadeo workshop.
Almost hands on because we can’t let
you drive the bus, but you will ride
in the bus. We will set up most of the
events and walk drivers through step
by step. We will stop and explain how
to do each event, letting you see in
the mirrors what the champions see
and showing you what they do to
win!!!
I had the pleasure of attending my
first Manager’s Forum in beautiful Lake
Tahoe. Wow, what an amazing place
and time. I met a lot of people from the
industry and made some very good
contacts. If you have never attended
a conference before you should think
about attending the next one. The
things you learn, just sitting in the
room make you a better driver. You get
to network with drivers, managers and
supervisors from around the state. You
can ask questions of industry professionals, and see some of the bigger
picture that as a driver we don’t get
to see. So mark your calendars for the
next one you will have a blast.
We, at Chapter 20 look forward to a
great year. We hope to see you at our
workshops. We also would like to see
you at a roadeo or two. Even if you
don’t want to compete in roadeo you
should stop by and say Hi. You never
know what may happen…we just
might talk you into doing it. Please,
feel free to contact me if you have any
questions about how to roadeo or
what we have happening for our Chapter. That’s all to report from the High
Desert…Remember keep the shiny
side up and rubber side down, Safety
is free so use it generously.
Submitted by Doug Smith
Chapter 20 President
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CASTO CHAPTER BOUNDARIES
AND PRESIDENTS FOR 2015-2016
CASTO CHAPTER BOUNDARIES and PRESIDENTS for 2015 - 2016
DEL
NORTE
Ch. 18 – Derrick Campbell
SISKIYOU
(704) 464-0250
dcampbell@delnorte.k12.ca.us
MODOC
Ch. 17 – Tania Kaylor
18
(530) 945-7369
taniakaylor@gmail.com
17
TRINITY
SHASTA
LASSEN
Ch. 13 – Mike Rea
(707) 206-9988 x211
mikerea-wcta@juno.com
HUMBOLDT
TEHAMA
Ch. 6 – Andrew Peters
PLUMAS
GLENN
MENDOCINO
BUTTE
(530) 622-6464 x2233
apeters@mlusd.net
SIERRA
Lisa
Ch. Emigh
10 – Amanda Hightman
NEVADA
COLUSA
13
LAKE
YUBA
SUTTER
6
SACRAMENTO
NAPA
SOLANO
SAN FRANCISCO
SAN MATEO
CONTRA
COSTA
SAN
JOAQUIN
ALAMEDA
CALAVERAS
7
Ch. 8 – Cherie Pinheiro-Quinonez
TUOLUMNE
15
STANISLAUS
SANTA
CLARA
SANTA
CRUZ
MARIPOSA
Ch. 14 – Vicki Wingfield
(559) 730-7856 (559) 730-7625 FAX
vwingfield@visalia.k12.ca.us
8
MADERA
Ch. 12 – Greg Straw
FRESNO
SAN
BENITO
19
SAN
LUIS
OBISPO
(855) 227-8668 x102
(805) 544-04355 x236 (805) 549-0864 FAX
ksola@capslo.org
SANTA
BARBARA
(760) 868-6739 (760) 868-4577 FAX
doug_smith@snowlineschools.com
12
9
Ch. 9 – Kelly Sola
Ch. 20 – Doug Smith
TULARE
KINGS
Ch. 19
(661) 472-8979
jeep-guy@pacbell.net
INYO
14
MONTEREY
Ch. 5 – Pam Medina
(559) 903-2432
cherie118@me.com
MONO
MERCED
Ch. 7 – Susan Moorehead
(415) 647-0109 (415) 647-7354 FAX
susan.moorehead@firstgroup.com
(209) 830-3200 x1710 (209) 830-3217 FAX
dcheeseman@tusd.net
ALPINE
AMADOR
10
MARIN
Ch. 15 – Denise Cheeseman
EL DORADO
YOLO
SONOMA
(707)624-9106x7402
779-7623 (707)
779-7602
FAXFAX
(916)
(916)
624-5297
lemigh@rocklin.k12.ca.us
amandahightman@antioch.k12.ca.us
PLACER
KERN
SAN
BERNARDINO
5
(805) 641-2000 x1325 (805) 653-7864
pam.medina@venturausd.org
VENTURA
20
LOS
ANGELES
4
Ch. 4 – Sheri Armstrong
(818) 830-2258 (818) 891-8021FAX
Sheri.armstrong@lausd.net
ORANGE
Ch. 2 – Donna Wittenberg
(714) 220-6950 (714) 220-6903 FAX
dwittenberg@cypsd.k12.ca.us
Ch. 1 – Sam Anderson
(909) 307-5370 (909) 307-5374 FAX
sam_anderson@redlands.k12.ca.us
2
1
RIVERSIDE
SAN
DIEGO
IMPERIAL
3
Ch. 3 – Kevin Wedemeyer
(619) 691-5527
Kevin.Wedemeyer@sweetwaterschools.org
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INFORMATION BULLETIN
Beginning January 1, 2016, the California Department of Education’s Office of School Transportation (CDE/OST) will be changing its fee structure
policy on many of its training courses and certifications (see attachment).
Before submitting any application, carriers are encouraged to carefully
select qualified individuals that have the necessary driving skills, the enthusiasm to teach, and the ability to communicate with other drivers while
meeting all of the minimum qualifications set forth in the California Education Code.
Please visit the Department’s website at www.cde.ca.gov/ls/tn for applications and attendance guidelines. For questions regarding this instructor
bulletin or any of the certifications or training courses offered by the Department of Education’s Office of School Transportation, please call the
OST at 916-375-7100.
CDE
Instructor
Bulletin 15-55
October 12, 2015
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, OFFICE OF SCHOOL
TRANSPORTATION APPLICATION AND TRAINING FEES
Beginning January 1, 2016, the California Department of Education’s Office of School
Transportation (CDE/OST) will be changing its fee structure policy on many of its
training courses and certifications.
If the training course or certification has an application fee associated with it, the
following applies:



Application fees are non-refundable
Application fees are due at the time the application is received
Application fees must be paid by check or money order only, made payable to
CDE, and must not be combined with training or certification fees.
Before submitting any application, carriers are encouraged to carefully select qualified
individuals that have the necessary driving skills, the enthusiasm to teach, and the
ability to communicate with other drivers while meeting all of the minimum qualifications
set forth in the California Education Code.
CDE/OST Courses and Application Fees (If applicable)
Bus Driver Instructor Certification Course (includes lodging, but does not include
transportation or meals)


Application fee $35.00 (to be sent with application)
Course fee $1,000.00 (to be sent on or before the first day of class)
Delegated Behind-the-Wheel Trainer Certification
 Application fee $35.00 (to be sent with application)
 Certification fee $150.00 per evaluation (to be sent with application)
Instructor Re-Certification
 Application fee $35.00 (to be sent with application)
 Re-certification fee $300.00 per evaluation (to be sent with application)
Transportation Administrator Course (does not include lodging, transportation, or meals)
 No application fee
 Course fee $500.00 (to be sent with application)
Special Needs Course (does not include lodging, transportation, or meals)
 No application fee
 Course fee $150.00 (to be sent with application)
Mountain Driver Instructor Course (includes lodging, but does not include transportation or
meals)
 No application fee
 Course fee $1,000.00 (to be sent with application)
Bus Driver Instructor Refresher Course (does not include lodging, transportation, or meals)
 No application fee
 Course fee $50.00 (nonrefundable)
Cancellation Policy
 If you cancel 90 days or more prior to any training course, you will be refunded
100% of the course fee
 If you cancel less than 90 days but more than 30 days prior to any training
course, you will be refunded 50% of the course fee
 If you cancel less than 30 days prior to any training course, you will be ineligible
for a refund
Cancellation Requests
Cancellation requests will only be accepted in writing, and must be mailed to CDE/OST
at 825 Riverside Parkway, Suite 110, West Sacramento, CA 95605. CDE/OST will use
the postmark date to determine the cancellation request date.
Please visit the Department’s website at www.cde.ca.gov/ls/tn for applications and
attendance guidelines. For questions regarding this instructor bulletin or any of the
certifications or training courses offered by the Department of Education’s Office of
School Transportation, please call the OST at 916-375-7100.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
September 25, 2015
SCHOOL PUPIL
TRANSPORTATION
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
VACANCIES
The School Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee, an
eleven-member panel, composed of representatives from the
school pupil transportation industry and regulatory state agencies, anticipates three vacancies: Urban School Districts representative, Urban School Bus Contractors representative, and
American Academy of Pediatrics representative. The California
Highway Patrol extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Phyllis
Agran, Ms. Liz Sanchez, and Mr. Chet White, for their contributions to the committee while serving, respectively, in the above
positions.
The above positions will become vacant on December 31,
2015, and candidates are being sought to fill the vacancies.
Terms for all positions will commence on
January 1, 2016, and expire on December 31, 2017.
Individuals interested in serving on the committee must submit
résumés no later than
November 1, 2015, to the address below.
School Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee
California Highway Patrol
Research and Planning Section
P. O. Box 942898
Sacramento, CA 94298-0001
Any questions regarding this Information Bulletin may be directed to Research and Planning Section at (916) 843-3340.
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER
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CASTO State Board Meeting held in Sacramento
California Association of School Transportation Officials
State Board Meeting
MINUTES
Saturday, September 12, 2015
10:30 am
Four Points by Sheraton
Sacramento International Airport
4900 Duckhorn Drive
Sacramento, CA 95834
I.
Vendor Direct will take place at the Business Forum.
Biggest change in the industry is occurring in the area of alternative fuels
(electric, diesel with traps, propane and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).
CNG is available in any vehicle size. California Energy Commission
(CEC) has funds available for CNG. Districts have to apply directly to the
CEC. Gasoline powered vehicle are being offered in larger vehicles.
There are no grants available for gasoline powered vehicles.
OPENING – President Hanshew called the meeting to order at 10:34 AM
Allison/Eaton has new transmission with 5 year warranty.
A. Pledge of allegiance – Doug Smith
B. Attendance
Thomas C2 coming out with vehicle control stability.
Daimler/Chrysler purchased 20% of Zonar.
1. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20
st
3. Contractors Representative – TBD – No Report
nd
President, 1 VP, 2 VP arrived at 12:25 PM, Secretary, Treasurer, Past
President, Professional Associate Rep., Contractor Rep., Sustaining Member
Rep., CASTOway’s Editor, CASBO Rep., CDE Rep., DMV Rep., Legislative
Rep.
4. CASBO Representative – Corrin Reynolds – No Report
E. Standing Committee Reports
2. Verification of Eligibility – All Chapters are eligible.
1. Legislation – Mike Rea
No Report
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20
2. Roadeo Report – John Cain/Jennifer Hanshew
Dates for the Roadeo are on the CASTO web page. Locations TBD.
3. CASTOway’s Editor – Greg Straw
September issue is complete. Articles/Reports submitted by Chapters 1,
2, 12, 20 and CDE.
C. Introductions and welcome
D. Minutes of Prior Meeting
A motion was made by Nikki Hughes to approve the June 13, 2015
Board of Director’s Meeting Minutes. The motion was seconded by Sam
Anderson and unanimously carried.
4. Historian – Ron Kinney
No report
5. Constitution and By-Laws – Nikki Hughes
Reminder - Proposed changes need to be submitted by October 31.
E. Correspondence - None
F. Additions/changes to the Agenda
6. Access & Mobility – Jennifer Hanshew
Those interested in chairing the committee please contact CASTO State
President. The last publication was in 2010.
A motion was made by Kevin Wedmeyer to accept the agenda with
changes presented by the State President. The motion was seconded
by Donna Wittenberg and unanimously carried.
II.
7. Bingo – Dano Rybar Jennifer Hanshew
The audit has been completed. All Roadeo expenses have been paid by
Bingo.
Reports
8. CASTOways.org Web page – Andy Peters
Contact Andy with information and or questions. Board needs to discuss
logo on the web page.
A. Treasurer – Mark Verch
Copy of last year’s report distributed. Mark went over changes to the budget.
Checking Account Balance = 72,604.61; Savings Account Balance =
5,790.28. Audit conducted and the auditor is continuing to examine financial
records.
B. Membership – Tony Peregrina/Sandy Dillman
Membership list distributed that consist of payroll deduction members only.
All others are being processed. Donna Wittenberg asked status of invoices.
Sandy reported that they have been
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C. State Officers – Nikki Hughes shared her new email and that she is the
Membership/Chairperson for NASDPTS. Discussed registration and member
program that NASDPTS is utilizing.
Donna Wittenberg discussed her concerns about membership.
D. Special Representatives
Donna Wittenberg – Thanked Dano and Andy. Concerned about how the
website is structured. Chapter would like the ability to place registration
and flyer for chapter workshops or develop web pages for all chapters.
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Greg Straw suggested Chapters use Facebook as an alternative.
Break @ 11:50 a.m. reconvene @ 12:02 p.m.
III.
BUSINESS AND ISSUES
A. Old Business
1. Conference Report – Christopher Bates
1. California Department of Education (CDE) – Anna Borges
CDE will be distributing more information about upcoming programs,
classes and schedules at the Business Manger’s Forum
The January 2016 instructor class is full and the June 2016 Instructor
class is filling up. The Mountain Driving Class and Special Needs Class is
full. The Administrative Course has two spots left. CDE encourages those
interested in classes’ signup early because they are first com first serve.
CDE will be meeting with NTSA regarding lap-shoulder restraints.
Senate Bill 3444 – Requires additional training for Commercial Driver
license. CDE is working with legislative staff to add language to exempt
certain driver certificates from SB 3444.
Tony Pellegrino is no longer with CDE. Tony is the new Director of
Transportation with Woodland Joint Union School District. Recruitment to
fill the position with CDE will start soon. The title change for the position
has occurred and there is no longer a zero restriction.
Child left on School Bus in Whittier and the child past away. OST is
encouraging a change in California Code Regulation (CCR) 1236 for
leaving a child unattended. Suggest professional in the industry write
letters to CHP to close the loop hole. Letters can be sent to Captain Kevin
Davis (send information to Jantze Douglas-Bowie) in charge of School
Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee (SPTAC).
California Highway Patrol (CHP) is discussing drivers utilizing GPS while
driving because of Berkley accident and the 1st aid test is changing. CDE
is working with CHP in regards to testing. CHP will be having a having
new School Bus Officer Class.
Chapter 20 Roadeo trailer – Chapter 09 was contacted. Roadeo trailer
from Chapter 09 sent to 1 and 20. Chapter 12 and 09 will share a trailer.
2. Sustaining Member Representative – Todd Franssen
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2016 Conference will be held at the Town and Country in San Diego. The
hotel has been sold and there will be a resort fee in the amount of $7.00
(reduced from 13.99) a day (Includes: internet shuttle).
2018 - Contract with Town and Country in San Diego.
Future venues may include Long Beach, Bakersfield or San Luis Obispo. No
longer will be held in Sacramento.
Next meeting an update will be provided on the keynote speaker and
speakers for conference.
2. Mechanics Workshop – Christopher Bates
The workshop was held in South Tahoe with 143 attendees. We see the vent
expanding. A mechanics competition was held and two mechanics will be
sent to the National competition in Richmond Virginia, in November.
Financial report will be presented at next meeting.
3. Managers Forum - Tony Peregrina
3. Poster Contest – Debbie Schmidt /Tony Briscoe
Information about the poster contest will be emailed to you . If you are not
receiving information contact castosecretary@gmail.com .
The theme for the poster contest is # Stop on Red. The deadline is the
January Board Meeting.
Sponsorship of the contest will be confirmed and reported at next meeting.
B. New Business
1. 2015 Proposed Budget – Mark Verch
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15-16 proposed budget was distributed as well as the 14-15 budget for
comparison.
Changes were made to the proposed budget a corrected version will be
emailed out to the board.
Bingo income is $38,200.00. Dano will issue checks to CASTO and CASTO
will pay the expenses for Roadeo. Total proposed budget for Roadeo is
47,200.00. Roadeo Actuals under Bingo is $28,200.00.
The expense for Roadeo for Administrative is 12,000.00. Contracted Services
is 13,200.00. National Roadeo is 1500.00. Add Roadeo Committee and the
budget is 16,500.00. A site rental is 2,500.00. Special needs remain the
same and the total for Roadeo 47,200.00.
A motion was made by Nikki Hughes to accept the changes to the
proposed 2015-16 Budget. The motion was seconded by Kevin
Wedmeyer and unanimously carried.
2. Calendar of Events – Christopher Bates
Calendar of events mailed to Chapter Presidents, which included dates of
board meetings, conference, workshops, officer workshops and forum. Next
Board meeting will be on November 14, January Board meeting will be on the
9th, March is conference and Roadeo will be held in April and May. Locations
will be determined.
Discussion occurred about an Officer’s Workshop in the Central Coast for
2016.
3. Financial Responsibilities – Jennifer Hanshew
A calendar was distributed for flights and travel so reservation can be made
in a timely and cost effective manner. Travel arrangements made after listed
dates will be reimbursed at the lower rate. The treasurer can be contacted to
make reservations if you send him your information.
Financial Reports are due by the stated deadlines in the Officers Handbook.
If you do not have a handbook contact the State President. If financial reports
are not received expenses will not be reimbursed.
Discussion occurred about bank statements being included with financial
reports. Bank statements will need to be submitted with financial reports.
4. Career Path – Debbie Schmidt
The process is being looked at and information is being reviewed. What is the
group interest in the Program? Seven modules or courses. If interested in
assisting contact Debbie at castoprorep@gmail.com.
Discussion occurred about Career Path. Discussed certification, modules and
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availability of modules. Ron Kinney
history
of Board
program.
Program
designed for an instructor to present. Assistance is needed for this program.
2013 – 2014 AGENCY
MEMBERS
5. Closed Session – Jennifer Hanshew
Arcata School District
Capistrano Unified School District
Coachella
Valley
School
District
An
update was provided
on the Business
Forum and
Tony provided an
update
on
the
presenters
and
the
programs
that
will
be
offered.
Cypress School District
Del Norte
School
Discussion
occurred County
about upcomingUnified
program and the
number of
attendees
and
registrations
received.
District
Dry Creek
Elem
6. CASTOway’s
Publishing –Jt
Greg
Straw School District
El Dorado Union High School
Greg discussed the operating budget for the publications and the amount
District
being spent to publish CASTOway’s. Two printings a year go to the entire
Elk Grove
Unified
membership.
Greg recommends
that School
the publicationDistrict
go to an electronic
publication
only.Union
A quality computer
would be
needed for an estimated
Eureka
School
District
$3000.00, which would be a saving of 21, 000.00.
Fillmore Unified School District
AFortuna
motion was made
by GregHigh
Straw, president
of Chapter
12, that
Union
School
District
when the Board meets in November it votes on the adoption of an
Fremont
Unified
School
District
electronic
publication
and discontinue
the printed
edition. The
motion
was seconded
by DonnaDistrict
Wittenberg.
Fullerton
School
Glenn County Office of Education
Discussion occurred about CASTOway’s and the quality and future of the
Hanford
Elementary
School
publication.
700 copies
are printed monthly
for agenciesDistrict
members and
1700
are
printed
two
times
a
year
for
the
entire
membership.
Head Start Child Development
Council
Point
of order was requested by Nikki Hughes.
AHumboldt
request for the motion
to be read was
made by Sam
County
Office
of Anderson.
The motion was read by the State Secretary.
Education
Call
for the Question was made by Nikki Hughes.
The
motion was
unanimouslySchool
carried.
Irvine
Unified
District
Jurupa Unified School District
Information Exchange
Kern County Superintendent of
A. ChapterSchools
News – Chapter Presidents
Klamath-Trinity
Chapter’s
1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 17, 18,Joint
19 and 20Unified
shared information about
their
chapters
and
upcoming
local
School District events.
Knightsen Elementary School
ADJOURNMENT
–
District
Lemoore
Union High School
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion
District
was
made by Sam Anderson to adjourn the meeting at 1:20 p.m. The
motion
seconded byUnified
Kevin Wedmeyer
and unanimously
carried.
Los was
Angeles
School
District
Los Olivos School District
Board Meeting Minutes
Page 6 School
of 6 CASTO State
Madera Unified
District
5. Managers Workshop – Tony Peregrinia
IV.
V.
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2015-2016 AGENCY MEMBERS
2013 – 2014 AGENCY
MEMBERS
Arcata School District
Capistrano Unified School District
Coachella Valley School District
Cypress School District
Del Norte County Unified School
District
Dry Creek Jt Elem School District
El Dorado Union High School
District
Elk Grove Unified School District
Eureka Union School District
Fillmore Unified School District
Fortuna Union High School District
Fremont Unified School District
Fullerton School District
Glenn County Office of Education
Hanford Elementary School District
Head Start Child Development
Council
Humboldt County Office of
Education
Irvine Unified School District
Jurupa Unified School District
Kern County Superintendent of
Schools
Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified
School District
Knightsen Elementary School
District
Lemoore Union High School
District
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Olivos School District
Madera Unified School District
Marin Horizon School
Mendota Unified School District
Michael's Transportation Service
Mid Placer Transportation Agency
Modoc Joint Unified School District
Moorpark Unified School District
Murrieta Valley Unified School
District
North Monterey Unified School
District
Orange Unified School District
Palermo Union Elementary School
District
Pleasanton Unified School District
Pupil Transportation Cooperative
Redlands Unified School District
Rowland Unified School District
Sacramento City Unified School
District
Salinas Union High School District
San Juan Unified School District
San Marcos Unified School District
Semitropic Elementary School
District
Shasta Union High School District
Southern Trinity Joint Unified
School District
Southwest Transportation Agency
Trinity Alps Unified School District
Turlock Unified School District
Upland Unified School District
Visalia Unified School District
West County Transportation Agency
Mari
Mend
Mich
Mid
Modo
Moor
Murr
Distr
North
Distr
Oran
Paler
Distr
Pleas
Pupil
Redla
Rowl
Sacra
Distr
Salin
San J
San M
Semi
Distr
Shast
South
Scho
South
Trini
Turlo
Upla
Visal
West
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