Survey Reveals Disparities In IAQ Prioritization In K-12 Schools
21 March 2024 • Article Summary
Topic: Schools; IAQ; Budgeting
Facility Executive
A survey of K-12 educators found a gap between teachers and school administrators on indoor air quality (IAQ) prioritization. While 96% of teachers linked good IAQ to student performance, only 26% rated their school's IAQ as good. Teachers ranked IAQ as the lowest facility priority for school district leaders despite its proven link to reduced absenteeism. The survey highlights a need for schools to invest in air purification to improve student and teacher health and learning.