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Board adopts extreme-heat policy 56-34; district says it will pursue full classroom cooling
Summary
The board approved Policy 56-34 on extreme-heat condition days (first reading and adoption), citing Education Law §409-N; district leaders said they have a plan to reach full classroom air-conditioning and are tracking current percentages.
The Schenectady City School District Board of Education adopted Policy 56-34, "Extreme Heat Condition Days," at its July 9 meeting after a first reading and board discussion of cooling strategies and building conditions.
Administrators told the board the policy implements Education Law Section 409-N and sets district actions to be taken when indoor or outdoor temperatures meet thresholds identified in the policy. The policy includes an operational paragraph committing the board and district to "proactive steps to reduce heat in school buildings and on school grounds,"…
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