About OKAPT
Training
Through Standardized drivers' education courses, both online and onsite, and the adoption of best safety practices, we hope that Oklahoma Transportation Providers gain the desired confidence, recognition, and respect from their students, school administrators, and communities.
Our Stance
We have taken a firm stance on the education of and prevention of accidents and injuries that can occur to our children through negligence and irresponsibility.
Safety
We play an active role in the safety process for the pupil transportation of the State of Oklahoma.
The Oklahoma Association for Pupil Transportation, or OKAPT...Has the mission to standardize school bus driver education, training, and licensing. OKAPT, an alliance of school bus directors, mechanics, and drivers, has joined forces in a dedicated and strategic front to promote school bus safety professionally to students across the State of Oklahoma. OKAPT plays an active role in the safety process for our state's pupil transportation. Our presence is not motivated by large budgets, prestige, or public recognition. Collectively, our body of members is inspired by the essential resource that our state has...our children.
We have taken and will continue to take a firm stance on the education of and prevention of accidents and injuries that can occur to our children through negligence and irresponsibility. We sincerely hope that through standardized drivers' education courses, both online and onsite, and the adoption of best safety practices, Oklahoma pupil transportation providers will gain the desired confidence, recognition, and respect from their students, school administrators, and communities.
A Message from the OKAPT President
Robert Feinberg, CPTS
OKAPT President, 2025-2027
Dear Members, Colleagues and Friends of Pupil Transportation,
Welcome to the official website of the Oklahoma Association for Pupil Transportation (OKAPT). As President of this incredible organization, I am honored to serve alongside so many dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of Oklahoma’s students each and every day.
Our mission at OKAPT is to provide leadership, education, advocacy and support to pupil transportation professionals across the state. Whether you are a driver, mechanic, monitor/aide, supervisor, trainer or industry partner, you play a vital role in the success of our shared mission. This site is designed to be a hub of information, connection and inspiration for all who are part of the school transportation community.
Throughout the year, OKAPT offers opportunities for professional development, statewide collaboration and recognition of excellence within our field. I encourage you to take full advantage of the resources, events and programs we offer and to stay engage with our growing network of professionals who share your passion and commitment.
Thank you for your continued support of OKAPT and for the essential work you do each day. I and the OKAPT board look forward to working with all of you to advance and strengthen pupil transportation in Oklahoma.
With gratitude,
Robert Feinberg, CPTS
President, Oklahoma Association For Pupil Transportation
President, Oklahoma Association For Pupil Transportation