WE Transport Inc., a subsidiary of the Beacon Family, today lauds the exemplary achievements of its team members Calvin Bent and Will Smith, who were recently honored with prestigious awards at the New York Association of Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) 2023 Summer Conference.
Calvin Bent, an esteemed member of the WE Transport team, was recognized as the “Master Instructor of the Year” for the 2022-2023 school year. The award, granted by the State Education Department (SED) and Pupil Transportation Safety Institute (PTSI), pays tribute to Mr. Bent’s outstanding dedication, expertise, and unyielding commitment to educating the future generation.
Similarly, WE Transport’s Will Smith, an Elmont Trainer, was hailed as the “School Bus Driver of the Year” for the 2022-2023 school year by the NYAPT. This accolade acknowledges Mr. Smith’s relentless dedication to student safety, his exceptional driving skills, and his unwavering commitment to his role.
“These recognitions are no small achievements,” says Robert Quinn, Chief Operating Officer of WE Transport Inc. “They demonstrate the immense dedication and effort Calvin and Will have put into their roles. We are incredibly proud to have such distinguished individuals as part of the WE Transport Inc. and Beacon Family.”
The awards received by Mr. Bent and Mr. Smith are not only a testament to their individual dedication to education and safety but also reflect the commitment of WE Transport Inc. as a whole. The company continually strives to ensure that its employees are leading the way in education and safety in the transportation industry.
“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to both Calvin and Will,” adds Robert Quinn. “Their exceptional service to our company and community shines as an example of the excellence we strive for at WE Transport Inc. Their hard work and commitment do not go unnoticed and we look forward to their continued contributions.”