Engaging a School in IAQJohna Boulafentis

Nez Perce Tribe- ERWM Air Quality Program

IAQ “Prep” Work

• Gain IAQ Knowledge• Partner/Network

with other AQ , Health and Housing Staff

• Shadow an IAQ Specialist • Gain hands-on

experience • Gather outreach

materials

IAQ “Prep” Work Cont.

Engage a School in IAQ

• Find a niche at the school – common goal?• Build a

relationship with a teacher or staff

Engage a School in IAQ cont.

• Plan for the long-term• Share IAQ and

asthma resources

School Case Study

• Pre-visit planning• Listen and

investigate

School Case Study cont.

• Involve students

School Case Study cont.

• Involve staff• Share findings –

debrief and report

• Celebrate successes• Plan next steps

School Case Study cont.

Johna Boulafentis johnab@nezperce.org | 208 – 843 - 7375Nez Perce Tribe ERWM Air Quality Program