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The Lost Bus Premier
School bus drivers are often the unsung heroes, but Kevin McKay is rising to the top. On Saturday, September 20th, CASTO's southern chapters were invited to the premier screening of the movie at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood. State 1st Vice President Cindy Caserez, Chapter 1 President Gilbert Castro, Chapter 3 President Antonio Perez, and Chapter 4 President David Lee were accompanied by several other organization members to share in this special occasion. We were honored to be invited by Allied Global Marketing. The Lost Bus is a 2025 American survival drama film directed by Paul Greengrass, who co-wrote the screenplay with Brad Ingelsby. It is based on the non-fiction 2021 book Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire by Lizzie Johnson about the 2018 Camp Fire. It stars Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, Yul Vazquez, and Ashlie Atkinson. During the devastating fire, school bus driver Kevin McKay and teacher Mary Ludwig used the bus to transport children through the fire to safety.
CASTO’s 2025 Mechanics Workshop Draws Over 100 Attendees for Hands-On Training and Collaboration
CASTO’s 2025 Mechanics Workshop was a major success, bringing together 117 registered attendees for a day of hands-on training, professional development, and peer collaboration. Held at Tahoe Truckee Unified School District’s transportation facility, the event offered mechanics the opportunity to learn directly from expert presenters, engage with industry vendors, and share insights with fellow professionals in the field. Attendees participated in live demonstrations and interactive sessions designed to sharpen skills and deepen their understanding of current school transportation maintenance practices. From diagnostics to alternative fuel systems, the workshop covered a range of timely topics critical to school bus fleet maintenance and safety. CASTO extends its sincere appreciation to Tahoe Truckee USD for generously hosting this year’s workshop and supporting the advancement of California’s school transportation professionals. Events like this continue to reflect CASTO’s commitment to training excellence and workforce development across the state. 2025 CASTO Officers Workshop Sets the Stage for a Strong Year Ahead
The 2025 CASTO Officers Workshop, held at the Boomtown Hotel, brought together incoming chapter officers from across the state for a weekend of leadership development, collaboration, and planning. Designed to equip new and returning officers with the tools and insight needed for a successful term, the workshop served as a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas, and align goals with CASTO’s statewide mission. Throughout the event, chapter officers engaged in focused sessions led by members of the State Executive Board, covering everything from governance and financial responsibilities to membership growth and effective event planning. Officers also had time to network, exchange best practices, and build relationships that will support their efforts throughout the year. This year’s workshop reinforced CASTO’s commitment to strong chapter leadership and organizational success at every level. With clear direction and renewed energy, chapter teams left Boomtown ready to lead, support their local members, and contribute to the continued advancement of California’s school transportation community. 2025 International Safety Competition2025 Championship Roadeo | Presidents MessagePresidents Message October, 2025 Dear CASTO Members, October 2025 has officially been declared School Bus Safety Awareness Month by Governor Gavin Newsom. As one of the busiest times of the year for back-to-school traffic, he recognizes the dedicated service to safety that our school transportation professionals provide each and every day. Today, 1st Vice President Cindy Casarez and I had the honor of meeting with CHP Commander Sean Duryee, along with members of the CHP team and representatives from the California Department of Education. Together, we reflected on the many factors that contribute to California’s long-standing success in school transportation. During these discussions, CASTO emphasized that red light running continues to be one of our most significant traffic obstacles. Please keep an eye out for increased enforcement efforts throughout October. Of course, the greatest factor in California’s strong safety record is all of you. Your unwavering dedication to protecting students—both inside and outside of the bus—provides families with peace of mind and ensures that some of our most vulnerable students have access to education. Please take time to celebrate yourselves this month, and especially during School Bus Safety Week, October 20–24. I also look forward to connecting with many of you later this month at the Business Management Forum in Garden Grove. In addition, I’m excited to announce that registration for the 58th Annual Conference will open in late October. This will be a can’t-miss event! Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and the vital work you do every day to keep California’s students safe. Please stay safe and take pride in the essential role you play in our communities.
Chrissie Stevenson | President Mobile Membership Access | Google Play Store
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