Battery Creek High School in Beaufort County - Another Mold Plagued School

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Mold at BCHS confirmed

Published Tuesday, March 5, 2002

By LAURA VON HARTEN

Gazette staff writer

Teachers at mold-plagued Battery Creek High School will breathe a sigh of

relief if they get a new ventilation system next year.

C. , communications director for the Beaufort County School

District, confirmed on Monday that 55 faculty members filed a complaint

alleging poor indoor air quality. He said the district is aware of their

concerns and has taken action to improve air quality.

According to , AAA Environmental of Spartanburg took samples from

throughout the building " in late fall or early winter. "

Their assessment found high humidity levels in some parts of the school, so

district staff placed dehumidifiers in affected areas, he said.

" Certainly we value our teachers and have already taken steps to address

their concern about the air quality at Battery Creek High School, "

said.

He added that the mold spores were more likely to affect teachers than

students. Students change classes but faculty must remain in the same room

most of the day, he said.

said the district's proposed budget for 2002-2003 includes a new

heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. The new HVAC system will

include a large-scale humidifier and a sealant on ductwork throughout the

building. It will cost $2.7 million, he said.

" Our No. 1 goal is to make every school building safe and comfortable, "

said.

Battery Creek High School opened in Burton in August 1992.

Copyright 2002 The Beaufort Gazette .