It is the goal of the BCSC Facilities Maintenance Staff to implement the Optimal Learning Environment Standards throughout the school district.
 
Optimal Learning Environment Standards
 
Indoor Air Quality

•Temperature Control 70o--74o

•Relative Humidity 50%-60%

•CO2   <700 ppm above out door levels. 
Lighting

•Classroom - 60 foot candles

•Gymnasium - 80 foot candles with spectators and 50 foot candles for recreational and class purposes

•Hallways and corridors - 35 foot candles

•Cafeteria -50 foot candles 
Noise  Attemp to maintain background noise levels  -45 dB  
Air Movement (Drafts) Eliminate and control air infilitration and drafts. 
 
Filtration - Proper air filtration is required to maintain proper indoor air quality; therefore, BCSC has implemented a filter maintenance program that adheres to the manufacturer recommended replacement schedule.

 
REPORTS 
CNHS STATE IAQ REPORTCNHS Response to ISDH Recommendations
 

To report a concern or ask a question about the Indoor Air Quality in a BCSC facility please contact the district's Indoor Air Quality Coordinator.
Martin Roberts
Indoor Air Quality Coordinator
 
Transporation and Maintenance Building
1260 N. Marr Road
Columbus, IN 47201
 
Ph.  812-376-4219
 
E-mail: robertsm@bcsc.k12.in.us

• To enable the district to focus resources on student learning.
• To implement the Optimal Learning Environment.
• To be excellent guardians of our limited tax dollars.
• To become better stewards of the environment.
• To serve as role models for our students