Route optimization software helps Transportation Departments plan their routes more effectively and efficiently, potentially reducing annual costs by $500,000. Although saving time and money are major incentives when choosing a software system, finding a solution that can assist with safe student transportation is a top priority for school districts.

As a substitute teacher, knowing how to work with different age groups is very important. TransAct's Online Substitute Teacher Training  program instructs potential substitutes on how to work with various age groups.

In a perfect world, bus routing would always go according to plan. But as a wise transportation director once told us, "A plan is great for a sunny day, but it's been raining cats and dogs on student transportation for years now."

Tablets have become increasingly popular in classrooms for enhancing education, but did you know that they can also improve student transportation safety? Here are five ways that tablets with live GPS can help keep students (and drivers) safe while they're on the go.

This blog was published in 2022 and was updated on April 9, 2025.

Being a substitute teacher is not easy. Difficult students can be a common challenge for substitute teachers. Try these tips to enhance your substitute teaching experience.

LYNNWOOD, WA., UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 – TransAct, a leader in operational and compliance software for the K-12 education sector, today announced the release of its 2024 Charter School CEO Compensation & Turnover Report. This report offers vital insights into what charter school CEOs earn, factors influencing their pay, and the connection between board governance and leader retention. The title “CEO” in this report encapsulates many other titles used for a charter school’s highest position, including Executive Director, Superintendent, Head of School, and others. 

LYNNWOOD, WA., UNITED STATES, February 13, 2025 – TransAct, a leader in operational and compliance software for the education sector, today announced the launch of new artificial intelligence (AI) functionality for Board On Track, its premier charter school board governance platform.

January 8, 2025 (Lynnwood, Wash.) – TransAct, a leader in operational and compliance software for the education sector, today announced the Accelerating Impact Grant for At-Risk Student Support, a groundbreaking initiative designed to assist school districts in addressing the needs of McKinney-Vento eligible and other at-risk student populations. Through this program, three selected school districts will receive a three-year grant, providing Student Support Tracker software and comprehensive support at no cost.