Cosumnes River is the smallest elementary school in its district, but in February its students showed that they have no shortage of school bus spirit.

The longtime pupil transportation leader has helped strengthen the industry by building vital connections with colleagues and suppliers.

Increased traffic around schools is one of the key problems. In situations like this, long lines of vehicles often build up in the morning and afternoon.

Donald Fowler brings his decades of experience in school bus contracting to the national stage as he becomes president of NSTA. He sees challenges for the...