Instructions: District IAQ Headlines PowerPoint Presentation During the 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition (URHSC) Meeting, each district will have the opportunity to present their District IAQ Headline In order to prepare the presentation, it is necessary that someone from your district briefly complete 1-3 bullets in the following pages that describe: 1.The district’s overall IAQ headline 2.Key strategies to address IAQ 3.Accomplishments 4.IAQ reach and scope of work 5.IAQ resources 6.IAQ impact, what the Healthy Schools Coalition contributes toward your IAQ 7.Contact information We will, then, compile the profiles into a slideshow presentation for the 2010 URHSC Meeting. Please these slides by May 14 th, 2010 to 1

“AASA uses innovative cross-collaborations to address IAQ in schools” SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Sharon Adams-Taylor, Yasmin Bowers, and Lorene Alba who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including Executive Director Dan Domenech. Aasa telegram and gazette Healthy School Environments EXAMPLE 2

Mr. Manney Moore, Director 305 Hedrick Drive Newport, TN (423) or (423) FAX (423) Cocke County Schools CLEANER AIR IS A BENEFIT WORTH THE COST SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Larry Blaazer and Paul Cogburn who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent Mr. Manney Moore, Mr. Donald Frazier, and Mr. Carroll Hoaglan. 3

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Monitor CO and CO2 levels with in the facilities To ensure the efficient operation of the HVAC units and to verify safe levels of CO and CO2 within each building from outside sources. 2- Test Moisture levels within the buildings To ensure that the moisture level is < 50% to combat mold within the facility 3- Change air filters on a regular basis.To lengthen the life of HVAC units as well as cleaner Indoor Air Quality for inhabitants 4 4- Place signage outside each building that no idling of engines. This is with in a 30’ distance of the buildings Prevent seepage of CO into the building structure from outside sources. Low cost and easy to implement.

What has been done well (list 1-3) 5 CLEANER AIR IS A BENEFIT WORTH THE COST Monitoring C0 and CO2 levels Change of Air Filters on regular basis Signs placed at all building entrances regarding idling of motors Quarterly moisture tests

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work (list 1-3) 6 CLEANER AIR IS A BENEFIT WORTH THE COST Improved Communication with in the District Develop e an Action Plan for implementation and funding Train School Administrators to recognize symptoms of Asthma and proper reporting procedures Pro-Active regarding Asthma Issues

7 CLEANER AIR IS A BENEFIT WORTH THE COST Reduced Absenteeism Collaboration and Contacts Nation Wide Director of Schools And Other Personnel Aware of IAQ Pronlems Development of ction Plan The district's IAQ impact and scope of work (list 1-3)

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) 8 CLEANER AIR IS A BENEFIT WORTH THE COST System Personnel Dust Free Cleaner Buildings Asbestos Abatement IAQ Tools for Schools Removal of Lead Paint and Soldering

Working to make a Difference Tahlequah School news A Healthy Environment is a Learning Environment SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representative Terry Garrett who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent Dr. Shannon Goodsell, Maintenance Director Mike Swim and Energy Manager Phillip Bush. 9

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Duct sites To try to remove as many air borne impurities as possible 2- Continue to gather air samples To substantiate air quality statements 3- Replacement of out dated HVAC systems To provide higher quality air more economical utility prices to be purchased with Qualified Zone Academy Bond funds 10

What has been done well (list 1-3) 11 Air Duct Cherokee Elementary Check of temp/relative humidity & dew point

The district's IAQ reach and scope of work (list 1-3) 12 We have tested air quality in all of our school sites. We began a rotation of cleaning HVAC ducts two summers ago and are working our way through our buildings.

Our impact in schools (list 1-3) 13 The most noticeable impact is in teacher attendance…. Particularly at one of our elementary sites. A few teachers missed consistently and claimed it was due to “mold” in the school. After we cleaned the air ducts, tested for mold and logged the temp/relative humidity & dew point to show we have no mold problem teacher attendance increased…. And complaints decreased…

IAQ Program To Start in Richmond County Schools IAQ Plans for RCCS Learning IAQ Today, Becoming an IAQ Leader Tomorrow SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Mr. Benton Starks, who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent Dr. Dana Bidden, The Richmond County School System Board of Education Members and the Department of Maintenance and Facilities. 14 IAQ Express RCSS Get On Board

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Develop an IAQ Management Plan using the plan model found in the IAQ Tfs Action Kit Allows us to use a tried and proven process in creating our IAQ Management Plan 2- Build IAQ teams at the District and at the On-site levels Assures District Executive support and buy-in for the On-site IAQ Teams 3- Use the IAQ TfS Action Kits as the Cornerstone of our IAQ program Proven, practical and effective process that allows us to start on the path to a successful IAQ program 15

What has been done well (list 1-3) Information gathering meeting with Regional EPA IAQ Tools for Schools Coordinator of Environment & Grants Section Completed EPA IAQ Management Plan Applied for EPA “Great Start Award” Richmond County School System IAQ Pl an 16

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work(list 1-3) To Be Scheduled Soon Start-up meetings with District Level Team Members Start –up meetings with Maintenance and Facilities Foremen and Associates Distribution of the IAQ TfS Action Kits to Schools and Facilities Our IAQ Goal = E₂ IAQ = A healthier learning E xperience IAQ = A healthier learning E nvironment 17 Richmond County School System IAQ Plan

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) EPA TfS Action Kit IAQ Plans being used at other School Districts and School Systems (Best Practices) 18 Richmond County School System IAQ Plan

MPS increases IAQ efforts. Milwaukee Public Schools The classroom is the most important place in the district SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Michael Gutierrez who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent William Andrekopoulos. 19

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Implement use of the IAQ TfS Kit with teachers and other school staff Improves the current IAQ Team with representatives from various groups within the school district 2- Implement Vehicle Anti-Idling ProgramReduces or even eliminates vehicle exhaust inhalation 20

What has been done well: 21  MPS has held Health Fairs, inviting parents, students, and neighbors.  Forty-two MPS sites that are currently EPA Energy Star Rated  MPS awarded IPM STAR Certified School District

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work: 22  MPS building engineers complete the IAQ TfS Kit annually  On October 29,2009, MPS Hosted EPA Region’s 5 Environmental Management Systems Workshop for facilities managers and other facilities personnel in the State of Wisconsin  IAQ measures has been promoted to Partnership & Charter Schools  491 Emergency Care Plans were completed for students with Asthma  Over 500 pillow covers, grab its and spacers were provided to students with asthma  An increase of schools were rated as “asthma friendly” in their school practices (a score of 50 or better) after training

IAQ resources we use: 23  IAQ TfS Kit and the Taking Action & Ventilation Basics Video and the IAQ Walkthrough Video.  Fight Asthma Milwaukee Staff  City of Milwaukee Department of Health and Neighborhood Services  EPA Region 5

“Fixing the FUNK” Hastings INFO-Source Combating Bad Indoor Air Quality SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Trent Kelly who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent Craig Kautz. 24

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Eliminate sources of poor indoor air quality Poor IAQ 2- Ventilate classrooms in buildingsPoor IAQ 3- Condition the AirPoor IAQ 25

What has been done well (list 1-3) 26 1.Training staff on use and implementation of appropriate ways to eliminate the sources of poor IAQ. 2.Using high efficiency filters has been a key strategy in conditioning the air quality.

Our impact in schools (list 1-3) As we have addressed poor Indoor Air Quality we have seen a reduction in complaints and missed days at work associated with poor Indoor Air Quality.

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) 28 1.We use three strategies to combat poor Indoor Air Quality. They work the best when they all are implemented at the same time. 2.Hastings Public Schools focus on air quality has been an ongoing process to research pollutants in our schools to eliminate health problems for staff. 3.We use a combination of sources in addressing Indoor Air Quality.

EPA Ruling: “Sustained Excellence” Spokane Public Schools Spokane Schools Recognized During 2010 Tools for Schools Symposium SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Jason Conley, Director, Safety, Security & Transportation and Lynda Martin, Industrial Hygienist who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including Dr.Nancy Stowell, Superintendent; Dr. Mark Anderson, Associate Superintendent of School Support Services, Tim Wood, Director, Maintenance & Custodial Operations, Spokane Educational Association and the Spokane Public Schools IAQ Committee. 29

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Open Communication Establishes trust to encourage the identification and reporting of issues 2- IAQ procedures and formsProvides concise, consistent information for initial assessment of an IAQ issue 3-Site Visits and staff interviewsOn-site visit provides Staff an opportunity to relay additional information beyond forms submitted. 30

What has been done well (list 1-3) Successfully upgrading the heating and ventilation systems of our 18 prototypical elementary schools. Fostered a climate of trust with our union members. A district-wide roving crew that emphasizes regular maintenance and filter changes 6+ times per year. 31

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work (list 1-3) 25 year—rolling modernization plan with an emphasis on building and maintaining healthy schools. Formal IAQ committee involving Safety, Maintenance, Custodial, Capital Projects, Architects/Engineers—all committed to IAQ problem solving/resolution. Development of a safety newsletter “The Safety Pen” distributed to every employee multiple times each school year. 32

Air monitoring cart provides a visual presence of the IAQ efforts in our district. Health Services Director developed an emergency action plan for asthma and severe allergy students with the goal of providing a safe and healthy place to learn. Green cleaning chemicals—avoiding harmful toxins and odors. 33 The district's IAQ impact and scope of work (list 1-3)

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) Microsoft Sharepoint Server software—for web-based IAQ project tracking. Department of Health air monitoring station (IAQ Equipment Loaner) Custodial backpack vacuums utilizing Four Level Filtration systems. 34

Learning Environments Matter North East ISD Students affect school buildings: school buildings affect students APPRECIATION…. To our District’s Environmental Health and Indoor Air Quality representatives Jerry Lamping, and Larry Fowler who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including Superintendent of Schools Richard A. Middleton, Executive Director Ron Clary, and Directors Diane Rhodes, Rocke Whitney, and John Trevino. 35

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Green Seal Approved Custodial Supplies Reduce airborne VOC and particulates 2- High Capacity Particulate (MERV-8) and Gas Phase Air Filtration Devices in Air Handling Units of HVAC Systems Reduce airborne VOC and particulates 3-End of Year Classroom Preparation Requests to School Instructional Staff Reduce classroom furnishings and materials to facilitate summer cleaning 36

What has been done well Investigations of Classroom IAQ Concerns Implementation of Green Cleaning Practices Incorporation of Computerized School Clinic Visits and Student Health Data Continuation of Asthma Education Program 37

NEISD’s IAQ Out Reach AASA Stories of Healthy School Environments ASBO International Green Cleaning Webinar Educational Sessions on IAQ, Asthma, or Wellness at 2010 AASA National Education Conference 2010 Texas Association of School Administrators Mid Winter Conference in Austin 2010 Texas Association of School Business Officials Annual Meeting In Fort Worth 2009 Texas Association of School Boards Annual Convention in Houston 38

39 Case Study Elementary Campuses: like building age, socioeconomics, area, attendance % A. PRN Inhalers B. PRN Inhalers C. PRN Inhalers D. PRN Inhalers E. PRN Inhalers Aug/Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March Inspection Walkthrough Facilities Maintenance Custodial intervention

Case Study Effect of Ventilation Air Without vent fan With vent fan

IAQ resources we use EPA’s Tools for Schools and IAQ Connector AASA’s P O W E R F U L P R A C T I C E S : A Checklist for School Districts Addressing the Needs of Students With Asthma Federal Agencies’ Committee for IAQ Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Scientific Findings Resource Bank (IAQ-SFRB) CDC’s Asthma Friendly Schools Toolkit ASBO’s IEQ Advisory Group and Webinar Green Seal and GreenGuard Environmental Institute ASHRAE’s The Indoor Air Quality Guide: Best Practices for Design, Construction and Commissioning 41

DPS Building on the work of the “EZ Breathers” to Improve IAQ DPS NEWS YOU CAN USE CREATING A SAFE and HEALTHY SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERY CHILD, IN EVERY SCHOOL, IN EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD! SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Anntinette McCain who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent Gueyser, Dr. Barbara Byrd Bennett and, members of the District CSHC. 42

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Elimenate secondhand smoke exposure District has had a 24/7 no smoking policy for years but the State has just passed and became law May 1, 2010 smoking ban in all public places. Good time to reinforce and re-educate students, staff and the community. 2- Clean up mold and control moistureThe voters approved a bond that allows for the building of some new schools and the renovation of others. Great opportunity to repair faulty plumbing and other moisture problems 3- Provide School-Based Asthma education School nurses are trained and well positioned to deliver the lessons 43

What has been done well (list 1-3) 44 Our Best strategy has been utilization of school nurses and our community partners to deliver asthma education directly to students and families. (Open Airways, Power Breathing and Puff City) Full day staff development opportunities for school teams to gain asthma information and develop individualized school asthma management plans before leaving the workshop.

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work list 1-3) 45 Distribution of Michigan’s Department of Community Health’s asthma management resource kits to every school. Over 90 school teams attend a full day staff development and development of their own asthma management plans. Evaluation data shows a 3%DECREASE IN THE NUMBER OF SCHOOL DAYS MISSED DUE TO ASTHMA EPISODES. Seven percent decrease in emergency room visits.

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) 46  EPA’s IAQ Tools for Schools  Asthma Initiative of Michigan  Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – Michigan Chapter  American Lung Association – Michigan Chapter

“The School District of Philadelphia and its stakeholders have collaboratively designed and are ready to implement a World Class Indoor Air Quality Program for its 347 schools! This Program supports “Imagine 2014’s” vision of operational practices that equitably support our educational mission, maximize efficiencies, and minimize costs.” Philadelphia Healthy schools in the news Indoor Air Quality and Student Success SPECIAL THANKS…. To the School District of Philadelphia’s Indoor Environmental Quality Design Committee and representatives, Francine Locke and Kathleen Maguire, who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team including Cristina Schulingkamp, EPA Region 3, David Glassman, CIH and Baltimore County Public Schools.

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Use “lessons learned” from Faculty Districts, e.g., already validated walkthrough checklists and training programs. Low cost, saves time and resources without larger trial and error exercises. 2- Provide in-depth EPA Tools for Schools training to IAQ Coordinators. Allows each school to have an IAQ-savvy and confident individual who will try to resolve issues at the time and location they occur. 3- Communicate with stakeholders to ensure they are aware of the implementation of temporary and permanent resolutions to IAQ issues. Keeps stakeholders comfortable and trusting of District efforts– even when bigger items cannot be fixed immediately. 48

What has been done well (list 1-3) 49 1.Created a IAQ Management Program Design Committee to develop IAQ Program with specific goals and deadlines 2.Learned from other Districts and obtain feedback and determine which pieces fit with stakeholders 3.Selecting priority schools to focus on based upon stakeholder agreed criteria

The district's IAQ impact and scope of work(list 1-3) Developed Centralized and School-Based IAQ Programs that will service 347 facilities, 160,660 students, 23,976 staff. Developing a and tracking mechanism to identify the number of concerns reported at each school; identify the category of IAQ concerns reported per school and District-wide; and quantify the number of concerns resolved and outstanding per year. Impact Responding to and resolving all IAQ complaints as they arise. On average, the School District of Philadelphia responds to school-based IAQ concerns within 24 to 48-hours of receipt. Will become a proactive program upon full implementation. 50

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) 51 1.Faculty School District – Baltimore County Public Schools. 2.EPA Region 3 – Cristina Schulingkamp. 3.EPA Webinars and associated literature.

MCPS: Building Partnerships in IAQ MCPS BULLETIN MAINTAINING AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE ALL CAN SUCCEED SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representative Sean Yarup who is in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent __Dr. Jerry Weast_. 52

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1-Developed systematic IAQ Program to address IAQ issues proactively and reactively A systematic approach is more effective and efficient 2- Secured senior buy-in order to gain support and resources for IAQ Program Funding to employ environmental professionals and supply the necessary resources to implement the IAQ program is essential 3-Maintain a customer-service based approach when addressing IAQ Knowing that both the student and administrator are our customers keeps us focused on our mission 53

What has been done well (list 1-3) 54 1Ongoing implementation of our building maintenance plan program 2Developed a systematic process to assess and manage over 500 portable classrooms 3Gained support to ensure all school have been tested for radon

Our impact and scope in schools (list 1-3) 55 1Annual customer survey of principals show 98% approval rating of the IAQ program 2A 20% decrease in IAQ complaints indicate success in the proactive IAQ progam 3More old and musty carpets were replaced with floor tile this year than any past year.

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) 56 1EPA, NIOSH, ASHRAE, AIHA, and other governmental/professional organizations for regulatory guidance and best practices 2Environmental consultants and mechanical engineers 3Other state and public school system websites

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A healthy, caring learning environment has positive impact on student lives East Valley School District Healthy Schools, Healthy Students SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Kerri Lunstroth and Bobbie Cliff who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including Superintendent John Glenewinkel, Assistant Superintendent Jan Beauchamp, and IAQ Coordinator Brian Wallace. 63

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Selected an IAQ Coordinator and will be forming an IAQ committee To address two of our main IAQ issues: sustainability and communication 2- Recruit and train IAQ champions for each of our buildings Champions advocate and lead increasing positive participation of others in the building 3- Post “Ariel’s Air Quality Index” posters in each of our buildings Develops awareness about indoor air quality and how it affects individuals 64

What has been done well Strong support from superintendent, board and administration Effective routine maintenance program focused on the health of students, staff, parents and community Asthma instruction program for students 65

The district's IAQ reach and scope of work East Valley School Board observed and supported April 26 as National Healthy School Day with a proclamation and other awareness activities East Valley Middle School is piloting the use of the local Air Quality Index “Ariel’s Air Quality Index” posters will be posted thoughout the district Submit an application to present at the Washington State School Directors Associations’ annual conference in November with a session on the role of superintendents and school board members regarding healthy schools/indoor air quality issues

Our impact in schools Participated in a School Nurses’ Association Pilot evaluation program. Asthma students demonstrated an overall increase of 38% in knowledge and a 36% increase in skills from the pre-test to the post-test assessments Staff is recognizing how the Air Quality Index reading affects students at our pilot school. The trigger appears when AQI is in the upper 30’s 67

IAQ resources we use Urban Healthy Schools Coalition EPA’s IAQ Tools for School Toolkit Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency Spokane Regional Health Department Spokane Valley Hospital and many others 68

WE ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE WE ARE Metro NASHVILLE WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives Harold Finch and Louis K. Burnett who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including Superintendent, Dr. Jesse Register, Director of Maintenance and Operations, Mr. Thomas Hatfield and Senior Environmental Tech, Mr. Don Crouch. 69

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy 1- Investigate complaints quickly and completely. If one complaint goes unaddressed, it could create additional concerns and extra problems. 2- Take air quality measurements to document conditions. We must document the conditions during our investigation to insure credibility. 3- Discuss findings and determine reasonable solutions to identified problems Sometimes the solutions to problems are not immediately determined but through discussion a solution is often available. 70

What has been done well (list 1-3) When we receive a complaint regarding IAQ we try to work that situation to the satisfaction of the complainant so that they can see that we have made a difference in their situation. We try to follow up after the problem has been addressed to insure that we have satisfied the customer. Open-line communication 71

IAQ resources we use (list 1-3) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Metropolitan Public Health Department (MPHD) American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 72

Our impact and scope in schools (list 1-3) Historical problems have been addressed We have evaluated most of our facilities and don’t have to start from scratch to begin an investigation. 73

INSERT YOUR HEADLINE HERE YOUR TITLE HERE YOUR CATCH PHRASE HERE SPECIAL THANKS…. To our Healthy School Environments and Indoor Air Quality representatives _______________, _______________, and ________________ who are in attendance at AASA’s 2010 Urban and Rural Healthy Schools Coalition. Special thanks to our support team in our district, including superintendent ___________, ___________, ____________. 74

Key strategies used to address IAQ Complete 1-3 strategiesReason for choosing strategy See examples below in the comment section 75

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