ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS
Annual notifications of asbestos management activities
During the past school year and continuing into this school year the following asbestos management activities have been or are currently being completed.
- Semi-annual periodic surveillance inspections
- Three year periodic re-inspections
- Asbestos repairs
- Notification of asbestos locations for short term workers (plumbers, electricians, etc.)
- Training of district personnel
- There was no asbestos removal during the last fiscal year.
These activities are pursuant to the Environmental Protection Agency 40 CRF Part 763 “Asbestos Containing Materials in School; Final Rule and Notice”…
The designated person for the district is Alan Gaylor. He can be contacted at 385-4524.
Wendy German, with Meridian Consulting, may be contacted in an emergency at 612-385-4507.
The completed updated asbestos management plan can be viewed, without cost or restriction, during regular office hours at the District Buildings and Grounds Office or at each school office for its individual plan. Copies can be obtained for a fee of 10 cents per page.
Direct any questions concerning this notice or an explanation of our Asbestos Management Plan to Alan Gaylor at 651-385-4524.
Notification Concerning Use of Herbicide/Pesticide Services
June 2023
Our district utilizes a licensed, professional pest control service firm for the prevention and control of rodents, insects, and other pests in and around the district’s buildings. The program consists of:
- inspection and monitoring to determine whether pests are present, and whether any treatment is needed;
- recommendation for maintenance and sanitation to help eliminate pests without the need for pest control materials;
- utilization of non-chemical measures such as traps, caulking, and screening;
- application of EPA-registered pest control materials when needed.
Pests can sting, bite, cause contamination, damage property, and spread disease; therefore, we must prevent and control them.
The long-term health effects on children from the application of such pest control materials, or the class of materials to which they belong, may not be fully understood. All pest control materials are chosen and applied according to label directions per federal law.
An estimated schedule of interior pest control inspections and possible treatments is available for review here and at each school office.
Pesticide/Herbicide Schedule
A similar estimated schedule is available for application of herbicides and other materials to school grounds. Herbicides may be applied by a professional firm and/or district personnel.
NOTE: Parents of students may request to receive, at their expense, prior notification of any application of a pest control material, should such an application be deemed necessary on a day different from the days specified in the schedule.
Indoor Air Quality
Red Wing Public Schools has a board approved Indoor Air Quality Management Plan. Our IAQ plan is based on the Environmental Protection Agency’s Tools for Schools indoor air quality program designed specifically for schools.
The plan’s goal is to provide indoor air quality that contributes to a favorable learning environment for students, productivity for teachers and staff, as well as an environment that is as healthy as possible. However, the intent of the plan is not to solve all indoor air quality concerns in a school, rather the intent is to provide a road map to assist in managing indoor air quality.
For further information you may contact Alan Gaylor, IAQ coordinator, at 651-385-4524 or Wendy German, Meridian Consulting, at 612-385-4507.
Additional Information
The Environmental Protection Agency
Institute for Environmental Assessment
The Minnesota Department of Health
Email for more information
District
Alan Gaylor, IAQ coordinator
Colvill Family Center
Brittni Kuehl, building lead
Mark Hendrickson, head custodian
Robert Sanden, head custodian
Sunnyside Elementary School
Mike Pagel, principal
Travis Krig, head custodian
Burnside Elementary School
Jen Grove, principal
Jeff Meyer, head custodian
Twin Bluff Middle School
Patrick Beierman, principal
Travis Kleen, head custodian
Red Wing High School
Joshua Fuchs, principal
Jason Dankers, head custodian
2023-2024 School Year
Red Wing Public Schools, ISD 256, uses a variety of digital tools to support student learning. Technology vendors and software is utilized to support work as we help all students develop the skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world.
We have an inventory of our curriculum, testing, and assessment tools posted on our websites.
Click HERE for a direct link to this privacy information which includes an outline of the student data elements within each tool. This list is maintained and communicated annually to all families at the start of the school year.
Please reach out to the following people for additional questions regarding specific digital tools used in classrooms.
Red Wing Public Schools:
Dr. Martina Wagner
Superintendent
651.385.4504
Minnesota Statute 121A.335 requires public school districts serving kindergarten through grade 12 to test for lead in water in potable water sources (water for consumption) every 5 years. Red Wing Public Schools tests its buildings on a rotating schedule.
Burnside lead-in-water results 2018
Colvill lead-in-water results 2018
RWHS lead-in-water results 2018
Sunnyside lead-in-water results 2018
TBMS lead-in-water results 2018
Previously, the district’s action level followed the Environmental Protection Agency’s recommendations at 20 parts per billion (ppb). Starting July 1, 2024, Minnesota will have a new statute that states action must be taken at or above 5 ppb. Red Wing Public Schools will follow these new requirements early with testing that will be completed in December of 2023 and continue to follow all Minnesota Statute changes going forward.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. It comes from the natural breakdown (decay) of uranium, which is found in soil and rock all over the United States.
While radon testing is not required in Minnesota schools, it is highly recommended. Red Wing Public Schools heeds this recommendation and has tested all schools since before 1990. Testing is repeated about every 5 years.
Burnside radon test results 2018
Colvill radon test results 2018
District Office radon test results 2018
Jefferson School radon test results 2018
Prairie Island Arena test results 2018
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Red Wing Public Schools is committed to providing a safe environment for students, staff, and the community. As a part of this commitment, the district tests buildings for radon concentrations and conducts water testing every five years. The district also maintains an Indoor Air Quality Management Plan that is reviewed annually. The plan is based on the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Tools for Schools” model indoor air quality program designed specifically for schools. The plan’s goal is to promote an indoor environment that enhances learning for students as well as productivity for staff.
Wendy German
Safety Coordinator
Alan Gaylor
Buildings & Grounds Director
Safety Committee
Red Wing Public School’s Safety Committee meets 4 times a year to discuss health and safety issues in our buildings.
The 2023-2024 meeting dates are tentatively scheduled for:
10/17/2023
12/19/2023
2/20/2024
4/16/2024
Health & Safety Consultant
Red Wing Public Schools has a long-term relationship with Meridian Consulting Group to ensure that the district meets all Occupational, Health & Safety Administration standards in addition to state regulations. The coordinator is on site one day a week, typically Wednesday, and serves on the RWPS Safety Committee.
Wendy German
Safety coordinator
wjgerman@rwps.org
651-385-4507
