The program, which made good air quality in the learning and teaching environment a policy priority, is regarded as a national model for rural school districts with limited means. The district reports that IAQ TfS enabled a highly organized, logical response to indoor air quality issues that fostered teamwork and a sense of mission district-wide, resulting in a higher quality learning environment. During walkthroughs, staff found numerous, significant air quality problems. IAQ TfS enabled the district to develop a management plan and build team support with teachers and other staff. Initial air quality improvements in a pilot program at an elementary school have led to implementation of the program district wide.
Plans are to expand the program to other schools in the district.
IAQ TfS enabled the school district to implement a comprehensive program that brought the public into the process, remediated air quality problems, and built public trust for the school system. The district approved special funds to address its IAQ issues. Upgrades and behavioral changes were implemented, and significant improvements in air quality have already been achieved.