Schools Webinars
A "webinar" is an online training or presentation that you can "attend" as it happens or view pre-recorded versions.
The Schools webinars provide helpful information to promote and support healthy school environments, and feature experts from EPA, other federal, and non-federal programs. Upcoming webinar times are generally Eastern Time but may vary.
Upcoming Webinars
None currently scheduled
Past Webinars
Do not register for items below. We posted this information for reference or until a recording can be posted. Links may be outdated.
November 10, 2015, 2-3:30 p.m.: Writing an IPM Policy for your School District. This webinar will detail the development, approval and implementation of a school IPM policy. It will review the purpose, goals and components of a well-constructed policy.
October 8, 2015, 3-4:00 p.m.: Air Quality and Asthma Solutions: EPA’s Air Quality Flag Program. Learn about the impact of outdoor air quality on human health and specific actions that can be taken on days with poor air quality through participation in EPA’s free Air Quality Flag Program. This webinar is open to any school or organization that is new to the Flag Program or that would like to learn more and expand their program.
September 21, 2015, 2-3:30 p.m.: How to Conduct a Pest Assessment at Your School. This was designed to help school districts adopt a proactive approach to pest control by offering information on Integrated Pest Management. The presentations are geared specifically to the school community - facility managers, buildings and grounds managers and staff, nurses, adminstrators, and IPM coordinators.
September 17, 2015, 1-2:00 p.m.: Pollution Solution: How to Create IAQ Policies, Plans and Practices to Control Pollutant Sources in Your School District. [synopsis not available]
September 9, 2015, 2-3:30 p.m.: WHW: Mapping the Early Attendance Gap. explored when and why educatoin gaps develop and how we can use data to target interventions. A panel of leaders from California, Rhode Island and Utah --states that are taking a close look at the attendance gaps in their communities--will share their insights about implications for action.
August 4, 2015, 2-3:00 p.m.: Energy Savings Plus Health: Indoor Air Quality Guidelines for School Building Upgrades. Please join us on August 4th at 2:00PM EST to learn about how North Penn has used the Indoor Air Quality Guide and its recommendations to strengthen its energy efficiency and IAQ program that has reduced energy use by 35%, annually saved millions of dollars and improved air quality. The webinar will also feature an overview of the guidance and a demonstration of the Energy Savings Plus Health Checklist Generator, tips on taking a proactive approach to saving energy and money, and providing a healthy school indoor environment.
Previously Recorded Webinars
- May 14, 2015: IAQ and Health: Managing Asthma for Improved Health and Academic Outcomes
- Apr. 16, 2015: Smart, Sensible and Sustainable Pest Management in Your School
- Mar. 12, 2015: Indoor Air Quality Plus Energy Efficiency: A Formula for Saving Money While Protecting Health
- Feb. 12, 2015: Mold and Moisture: Double Trouble for Schools
- Jan. 22, 2015: Fresh Air: Optimal HVAC Management for Improved IAQ and Health
- Dec. 11, 2014: Making the Case for Environmental Health, Academic Performance and High-Performing Facilities
- Apr. 30, 2014: Creating Healthy Indoor Environments in Schools: The Knowledge Network and Actions you Need
- Jan.-June, 2014: USDA Farm to School Webinar Series
- Feb. 27, 2014: CDC Key Findings on School Indoor Environments
- Sept. 24, 2013: EPA's Back-to-School Webinar: Managing Asthma in Schools
- Aug. 7, 2013: Mold and Moisture: Double Trouble for Schools
- May 21, 2013:School Environmental Health Assessment and Team Building
- May 8, 2013:School Siting: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities for Communities and Decision-Makers