California Association of School Transportation Officials

Annual State Conference


The California Association of School Transportation Officials offers a Annual Conference geared toward all pupil transportation staff such as Drivers, Attendants, Driver Instructors, Dispatchers, Supervisors, Lead Mechanics, Directors and Chief Business Officials.  Attendees will learn about ever-changing laws, rules, and regulations governing school pupil transportation during workshops. They will discover the latest and greatest products at the vendor reception where industry related products and services are showcased. The Managers Forum offers an excellent opportunity for networking with colleagues, vendors, and state officials.

55th CASTO Annual State Conference
will be held in 
Burbank, CA. 

February 25 through February 27, 2023

Full Conference pricing will increase after January 31st, 2023. 

Keynote Speaker

Kevin Bracy, is a Motivational Entertainer, Executive Producer, Speaking Coach, Author, Husband, and Father.  Over his 26 year career, Kevin has been privileged to speak to millions of people. As Sacramento's top speaker in education, Kevin has made it his mission to “dream global, but focus local," and has been actively partnering with California schools for the past 10 years to help shift their culture and climate with his Each One REACH One message.

These days he invests his time with his family, his fitness, mentoring youth for the future, and speaking over 200 times a year to audiences ages 4 to 94, encouraging them all to be the greatest version of themselves and to positively reach out to one other person in kindness every day.

Brace Yourself for your Motivational Entertainer, Kevin Bracy.

Programs and schedule will be posted soon.

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PRE-CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENT
Join us in Burbank on Friday, February 25, 2023 for a special CASTO Bowling session.  The cost is $40.00.  A free shuttle service, will be provided to all participants to and from the bowling event.  

Conference program topics are related to pupil transportation services.  Topics will serve CBO's, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Dispatchers, Driver Instructors, and School Bus Drivers.

PROGRAM TOPICS...
School Bus Accidents
Who are you when no one is looking?
Public Relations
Dual Air Brakes
Bussing on the Lookout (BOTL)
Leadership
Wheelchair and Occupant Securement Training - Certification Course
Negotiations
The 12 Laws of Leadership
Revisiting Proper Backing Techniques
DOT Drug Testing and Supervisors Training - Certification Course

Future Annual State Conference Locations

February 25th - 27th, 2023 | Burbank, CA 
February 24th - 26th, 2024 | Anaheim/Garden Grove, CA

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CONFERENCE FACILITIES AND HOUSING

The Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport welcomes you with spacious rooms, modern amenities and a prime Southern California location. Situated in Burbank, CA, our hotel places you near the Hollywood Burbank Airport, Universal Studios Hollywood, the North Hollywood Arts District and Burbank Town Center. Make time for a delicious meal at one of our restaurants, offering innovative California cuisine and specialty cocktails. Maintain your workout at our 24-hour fitness center or take a refreshing dip in our outdoor pools. If you're hosting a meeting in Burbank, choose from over 46,000 square feet of event space, as well as access to additional convention facilities. Recharge in modern, pet-friendly hotel rooms with plush bedding, mini-refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, large work desks and Wi-Fi. Reserve your stay in a concierge-level room for lounge access and free breakfast. As a proud partner in the Marriott Commitment to Clean, our hotel has redefined our cleaning standards and commits to focusing on health.

Special room rate for CASTO: $169.00 per night.
Last day to book at this rate is February 3, 2023 or until the group block sells out, whichever comes first.

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