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WELCOME TO OKAPT!
"Oklahoma's Driving Force, Empowering Safe Journeys for our Future Leaders!"
The Oklahoma Association for Pupil Transportation (OKAPT) facilitates quality education by disseminating knowledge and assisting those responsible for safe pupil transportation.
OUR MISSION
The Oklahoma Association for Pupil Transportation is committed to standardizing school bus driver education, training, and licensing across the State of Oklahoma. Through consistent training, professional development, and the promotion of best practices, OKAPT works to elevate the standards of pupil transportation and ensure the highest level of safety, professionalism, and reliability for the students we serve.
OUR ALLIANCE
OKAPT is a strong and unified network of school bus directors, mechanics, drivers, and industry partners who have joined together in a dedicated and strategic effort to support and advance pupil transportation. By working collaboratively, our members share knowledge, resources, and experience to strengthen operations and improve outcomes across districts and organizations statewide.
OUR MOTIVATION
At the heart of everything we do is our most important responsibility—the children we transport each day. Our commitment to safety, care, and excellence is driven by the understanding that every decision we make directly impacts the well-being of students. This shared purpose fuels our dedication to continuous improvement and reinforces the critical role pupil transportation plays in education.
OKAPT NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
![Finish Strong! End the School Year Safely!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777250083/oaptonlineorg/ga8sygq5dngirhz7m87f/OKAPTFinishStrong.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777250083/oaptonlineorg/ga8sygq5dngirhz7m87f/OKAPTFinishStrong.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777250083/oaptonlineorg/ga8sygq5dngirhz7m87f/OKAPTFinishStrong.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777250083/oaptonlineorg/ga8sygq5dngirhz7m87f/OKAPTFinishStrong.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777250083/oaptonlineorg/ga8sygq5dngirhz7m87f/OKAPTFinishStrong.png","width":1254}])
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, many districts have just a few weeks left—while others still have a little more road ahead. No matter where you are on the calendar, this is the time to stay focused and finish strong.
![A festive Christmas scene with a school bus driving through a snowy village, adorned with a "Merry Christmas from OKAPT" message, Christmas trees, and twinkling lights.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766559236/oaptonlineorg/oaptonlineorg/ostdssq49lzqpsele5ek/MerryChristmasfromOKAPT.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1766559236/oaptonlineorg/oaptonlineorg/ostdssq49lzqpsele5ek/MerryChristmasfromOKAPT.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1766559236/oaptonlineorg/oaptonlineorg/ostdssq49lzqpsele5ek/MerryChristmasfromOKAPT.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1766559236/oaptonlineorg/oaptonlineorg/ostdssq49lzqpsele5ek/MerryChristmasfromOKAPT.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1766559236/oaptonlineorg/oaptonlineorg/ostdssq49lzqpsele5ek/MerryChristmasfromOKAPT.png","width":1536}])
As we celebrate the Christmas season, the Oklahoma Association for Pupil Transportation extends our sincere gratitude to every transportation professional, partner, and supporter across our state.
![A Thanksgiving Message from OKAPT]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764203189/oaptonlineorg/vjkdp8s4bijtkjtseik6/ThanksgivingMessage2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764203189/oaptonlineorg/vjkdp8s4bijtkjtseik6/ThanksgivingMessage2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764203189/oaptonlineorg/vjkdp8s4bijtkjtseik6/ThanksgivingMessage2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764203189/oaptonlineorg/vjkdp8s4bijtkjtseik6/ThanksgivingMessage2.png","width":1024}])
Happy Thanksgiving from OKAPT! 🦃💛
Today we’re especially grateful for the transportation professionals who keep Oklahoma’s future leaders safe every day. Thank you for all you do—enjoy a restful and blessed holiday!
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School is back in session, and our buses are rolling! Let’s all do our part to keep students safe on their way to and from school.
![2024-2025 Support Person of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750031269/oaptonlineorg/zafgpfof6aohpklpsm9x/SupportPersonOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750031269/oaptonlineorg/zafgpfof6aohpklpsm9x/SupportPersonOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750031269/oaptonlineorg/zafgpfof6aohpklpsm9x/SupportPersonOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750031269/oaptonlineorg/zafgpfof6aohpklpsm9x/SupportPersonOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":1024}])
Congratulations to Kristi Little of Lawton Public Schools, the 2024-2025 Support Person of the Year!
![2024-2025 Mechanic of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750032094/oaptonlineorg/un2q8gmpyzmgpyh1ted0/MechanicOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750032094/oaptonlineorg/un2q8gmpyzmgpyh1ted0/MechanicOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750032094/oaptonlineorg/un2q8gmpyzmgpyh1ted0/MechanicOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750032094/oaptonlineorg/un2q8gmpyzmgpyh1ted0/MechanicOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":1024}])
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![2024-2025 School Bus Monitor of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750031720/oaptonlineorg/gia620knighqyfkuauxz/BusMonitorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750031720/oaptonlineorg/gia620knighqyfkuauxz/BusMonitorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750031720/oaptonlineorg/gia620knighqyfkuauxz/BusMonitorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750031720/oaptonlineorg/gia620knighqyfkuauxz/BusMonitorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":1024}])
![2024-2025 Administrator of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750031856/oaptonlineorg/w7advvru7vttixyhufgt/AdministratorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750031856/oaptonlineorg/w7advvru7vttixyhufgt/AdministratorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750031856/oaptonlineorg/w7advvru7vttixyhufgt/AdministratorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750031856/oaptonlineorg/w7advvru7vttixyhufgt/AdministratorOfTheYearMediaAnnouncement.png","width":1024}])
![Welcome our Newest Board Members!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747436257/oaptonlineorg/xkgrodt0mxjwvuh6excb/OKAPTLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747436257/oaptonlineorg/xkgrodt0mxjwvuh6excb/OKAPTLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747436257/oaptonlineorg/xkgrodt0mxjwvuh6excb/OKAPTLogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747436257/oaptonlineorg/xkgrodt0mxjwvuh6excb/OKAPTLogo.png","width":1024}])