b"Starting the Journey: builds up consistently in classrooms with Small Steps, Big Impactsealed windows and outdated ventilation The good news is you dont have tocontrols. These insights give you the data overhaul your building overnight. Theyou need to make smart decisionspath to better air begins with visibility whether thats adjusting air handler and visibility starts with sensors. Manyschedules, opening dampers, upgrading building automation systems (BAS) nowfilters, or improving cleaning protocols. offer options to integrate IAQ sensors directly into your existing controlFrom Data to Action platform. That means you can trackOnce youre monitoring the right metrics, real-time air quality data alongsideyou can start applying changes that matter. temperature, occupancy, and energy use,For example, if CO levels spike during the all in one place.third period in a specific hallway, you can If youre not sure where to begin,program the BAS to increase ventilation at consider this approach: pick a few pilotthat time. If VOCs are rising after cleaning, spaces. Choose a mix of old and newit might be time to evaluate the chemical classrooms, a nurses office, a library, andcontent of your suppliesor improve perhaps your gym. Install portable IAQexhaust in those areas. monitors or wall-mounted sensors that canEven simple actions, like keeping track CO, RH, PM2.5, and VOCs onsupply vents clear of obstructions or your BAS. Let them run for a few weeks.staggering HVAC schedules to match You might be surprised at what you learn.occupancy patterns, can make a Maybe the librarys humidity is too highmeaningful difference. in the morning, encouraging mold. OrAs you grow more confident in your maybe the gym's PM2.5 levels spike aftersystems ability to provide accurate floor cleaning. You might find that COfeedback, youll find new opportunities to refine performance, improve comfort, and even reduce energy wasteall while supporting better health outcomes for the people inside. A Healthier, Smarter Futurefor SchoolsThe goal isnt perfectionits progress. Every district is different, and every school has its own challenges. But one thing is consistent: clean air helps kids learn better and stay healthier. It reduces staff absences and improves satisfaction. It shows your community that their well-being matters. IAQ monitoring shouldnt be a luxury or an afterthoughtit should be part of your everyday operations. We help Missouri school districts of all sizes integrate IAQ strategies into their maintenance plans, capital projects, and long-term facility goals. Whether its BuildingBe\x1der Schools, Together. adding sensors, retrofitting equipment, or building a roadmap for smarter controls, were here to help. If youre ready to take the next step in understanding and improving the air in your schools, reach out to a trusted1000 Macklind Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110 I 314.833.3555I hollandcs.com building automation professional. The tools are out thereand the impact is real.8|SCHOOL PLANT MANAGER MAGAZINE|SUMMER 2025"