IAQ Resources for Healthier Schools
Discover Resources to Support Your IAQ Journey
A curated collection of resources designed to support your indoor air quality efforts at every stage. Whether you are getting started or building on existing work, you will find practical guidance, insights, and tools to help you move forward with confidence.
District-wide IAQ Monitoring at Boston Public Schools
Example of selecting, installing, and managing an IAQ monitor network.
Developing Effective School District IAQ Management Plans
Real district examples and where to get started in developing an IAQ plan.
Advisory Committees for Healthy and Sustainable Schools
Examples & tips for district health & sustainability committees.
Clean Air in Schools
Build your skills on ventilation, filtration, and monitoring IAQ in schools.
Commissioning for IAQ & Energy Efficiency
Discover how HVAC commissioning can boost IAQ and energy savings.
Scalable HVAC Retrofits to Improve School IAQ
Identify HVAC retrofit options for better IAQ based on your schools' equipment.
Healthier Materials for School Interiors
Selecting healthier, lower-carbon materials for school construction.
Healthy & Sustainable Purchasing For Schools
Understand where to get started with greener purchasing.
Identifying and Addressing Emerging Indoor Air Pollutants
Collaboration strategies for health and facilities staff.
School IAQ Fact Sheet Series
Breaking down IAQ fundamentals for schools.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Ventilation
Choose IAQ strategies based on your building’s HVAC systems.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: HVAC Filtration
Learn how to choose effective HVAC filters for your system.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: In-Room Air Cleaners
Select, use, and maintain classroom air cleaners effectively.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Germicidal UV (GUV)
Explore where and when UV systems work best in schools.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Electronic Air Cleaners
Learn what to know before choosing an electronic air cleaner.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
Discover what to measure, why it matters, and benefits of continuous monitoring.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Indoor Air Quality During Wildfires
Plan ahead to prepare for schools for smoke events.
School IAQ Fact Sheet: Disinfectants
Guide to selecting disinfectants and safe alternatives.
School District Energy Efficient IAQ Management Plan Toolkit
Template to create a customized, energy-efficient IAQ plan.
IAQ Tools for Schools: Preventive Maintenance Guidance Documents
Templates and tools for clear school maintenance procedures.
Selecting Healthy Materials for School Building Projects
Steps for prioritizing material health on school projects.
Healthy Green Purchasing for Asthma Prevention
Policy guide for asthma-friendly school product purchasing.
Teacher Guide: Student Air Quality Investigator Activity
Companion to Student Air Quality Investigator Activity.
Staff Profile: Managing Sustainability & IAQ in Schools
National survey of K–12 sustainability and IAQ staff roles.
School Research Highlight: PM2.5
What school leaders need to know about fine particulate matter in schools.
School Research Highlight: PFAS
What school leaders need to know about PFAS in schools.
School Research Highlight: VOCs
What school leaders need to know about off-gassing chemicals in schools.
How to Report an IAQ Concern
Editable flyer explaining how to submit an IAQ concern.
Download: Google Slides | PowerPoint
Using Your Portable Air Cleaner
Create handout instructions for staff using air cleaners.
Download: Google Slides | PowerPoint
Model RFP: Classroom Air Cleaners
Sample RFP with specifications for purchasing air cleaners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Sample answers to common IAQ questions from staff and families.
Back-to-School Reminder Email
Email template with IAQ and energy reminders for the return to school.
Preparing for School Breaks Reminder Email
Email template with shutdown reminders for staff before school breaks.
Annual District IAQ Update Email
Outline for communicating about the district IAQ program.
Student Air Quality Investigator Activity
Student worksheet encouraging proactive IAQ awareness.
IAQ Concern Form
Sample questions and tips for collecting staff air quality complaints.
IAQ Concern Form Report
Sample report to share investigation findings with reporters of IAQ concerns.
IAQ Plan Toolkit Walkthrough
How to use the Toolkit to write your district’s IAQ plan.
Regional & Local Programs
The Center for Green Schools organizes programming across the country to provide free, convenient, locally relevant training, coaching, and resources to school system staff who want to achieve greener, healthier K–12 schools.
Additional Resources
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IAQ Management Plan Toolkit
If you haven’t already, check out the School District Energy Efficient Indoor Air Quality Management Plan Toolkit
Our toolkit includes everything you need to build a practical IAQ management plan for your school district.
We're here to help!
The Center for Green Schools IAQ Helpdesk team can support you at every step, from customizing your district's IAQ Management Plan to answering questions and connecting you with the right resources.
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