Our focus
Pupil Transportation Safety Institute is the leading provider of resources and training for school bus drivers in support of their goal of the safe, efficient transportation of children. PTSI provides a broad range of safety and management services to school transportation providers in New York State and across the country. The primary areas of PTSI’s work include: training courses and certifications; safety and training resource materials; consultation and evaluative studies; and workshop and program development services. PTSI provides the training tools and courses needed for those looking to enhance their transportation career.
Courses and Training
Some of our most notable courses are the School Bus Driving Instructor (SBDI), SBDI Professional Development Seminar (PDS), 19-A Certified Examiner and 19-A CE Refresher; just to name a few.
NYSED Courses
PTSI manages the School Bus Driver Database for the New York State Education Department. View listings of NYSED Basic, Advanced, and Monitor courses in one place.
Products & Resources
The Online Store offers a wide array of affordable training products, DVDs, school bus safety, driver training, workbooks, safety posters, student safety resources, coloring books, and instructional materials.
ELDT / CDL Training
PTSI has more than 25 years of experience in developing pupil transportation training. The new Entry Level Driving Training (ELDT) program will provide the required knowledge for new drivers applying their CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
Consultations & Evaluations
PTSI’s Consultation & Evaluative Studies will assist your school district to identify potential at-risk conditions, minimize liabilities, optimize safety and increase efficiencies in your transporation department
We know your job is important and demanding.
PTSI stands ready to provide assistance and support to transportation professionals through our extensive school bus safety materials and products.
Our Team
Meet PTSIs dedicated team of professionals.
Jonathan Bentley
- Employment Opportunities
- Consulting Needs
- Legal Questions
- News Reporters
- RFP Processing
Kathleen Furneaux
- Consulting Needs
- ELDT Questions
- Product Questions
Maria Carocci
- NYSED Questions
- PDS Questions
- Specific questions about school bus driving
Debra Sisson
- NYS DMV Questions
- Specific questions about school bus driving
Amy Hauff
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- HR Compliance and Payroll
Angela Smith
- Training and Workshop Support
- Class Registration
- Certifications
- Conference and Event Support
- Sales
Taylor Haverlock
- Course Registration Issues
- All NYSED Course Questions
- 30hr Driver Basic Course
- 10hr Attendant/Monitor Basic Course
- NYSED NPO/NPC/Delivery Agency Applications
- NYSED Lost/Duplicate Certificates
- Product Orders/Sales
David Webb
- New Course Development
- Specific Questions about School Bus Driving