How Do We Protect Students?

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The article, written by Paige Shoemaker DeMio and published on June 16, 2025, discusses the dangers of extreme heat for students and schools, especially in light of the last school year being the hottest on record. Children are particularly susceptible to heat-related illnesses and long-term health issues like asthma, heart disease, and diabetes, which can also disrupt their learning and development. Many school buildings, particularly in low-income and rural areas, are old and lack adequate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This leaves students vulnerable to extreme heat and poor air quality.
The funding cuts from the Trump administration have impacted schools' ability to address these issues, including the abrupt rescinding of over $2.5 billion in COVID-19 relief funds that were used for HVAC upgrades. Proposed budget cuts also threaten programs for air quality monitoring and energy-efficient systems.

There is a drastic need for policymakers at all levels to take action, including conducting needs assessments of school infrastructure, providing clear guidance on heat safety standards, and making significant federal investments to modernize school buildings.  There is a need for action. Read more here.


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