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Chapter WorkshopsSAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – On January 31, 2026, C.A.S.T.O. Chapter 9 hosted a high-impact training workshop featuring a powerhouse lineup of industry experts: Stephanie Oliver (CDE-OST): Shared vital expertise on "No Student Left Behind." Tony Verdugo (SLO Sheriff Gang Task Force): Delivered a powerful session on local safety trends and route awareness. Vincent Evans and Tom Mitchell (CA Operation Lifesaver): Led an interactive presentation on railroad safety. Antonio Perez (San Dieguito Union HSD): Presented on the fundamentals of ROADEO. His session began with a classroom presentation then moving to the Cuesta College parking lot for an opportunity for attendees to test their skills. Building Team Spirit The day also featured a high-energy Rock-Paper-Scissors tournament. This exercise built camaraderie and mirrored the friendly spirit of a Roadeo, turning participants into "Super Fans" for their teammates. Drivers reported they had a great time and walked away having learned a significant amount of actionable safety information.   Chapter 14 had an amazing day with more than 40 in attendance at our January 24th Roadeo workshop. Training included the parallel park, stop right turn, backup stall, offset alley and the sharp backing crossover. Everyone that attended was pleased with the outcome.
On Saturday, January 24, 2026, Chapter 7 hosted a workshop titled "Remembering the Past, Protecting the Future". We covered five tragedies that changed the school bus industry. -Paul Lee (2016) Child check devices -Fox River (1995) Railroad Crossings -Thomas Lanni (1994) Red Lights and Escorts -Elk Grove (1985) Distracted driving -Martinez (1976) Dual Air Breaks, Proficiencies, Training, Bus Body Improvements It was a great turnout. We had 89 attendees, more than we can remember having. Thank you to our sponsors, Everdriven and A to Z Bus Sales. Our next workshop will be a virtual one on March 7, 2026 from 8:00am - 11:30am.
| Presidents MessagePresidents Message January, 2026 Dear CASTO Members, As we begin the new year, I like to take this opportunity to recommit to our CASTO mission - "The mission of CASTO is to provide leadership and educational opportunities to the passenger transportation community, that results in the safest, most effective transportation through professional development, public awareness, legislative and regulatory advocacy." With this mission in mind, I would like to remind you that the 58th Annual CASTO State Conference in Burbank this February is quickly approaching. Registration is open, and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity for professional development, collaboration, and connection with colleagues from across California. Hotel rooms are almost sold out, so be sure to register soon! https://castoways.org/Annual-State-Conference January is also an active month for our local CASTO chapters, with numerous meetings and events taking place throughout the state. These gatherings provide valuable opportunities to share best practices, discuss regional issues, and strengthen our transportation community. We hope you will participate if you are able. https://castoways.org/Chapter-Events As we move through the shorter days of winter, this is also an important time to remain extra vigilant in our work. Reduced daylight, weather conditions, and increased traffic challenges require continued focus and care. Your dedication and professionalism play a critical role in keeping California’s students safe every day. Thank you for your continued commitment to student safety and to CASTO. We look forward to connecting with many of you in the weeks ahead. Warm regards, Chrissie Stevenson | President Mobile Membership Access | Google Play Store
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