Webinars
How Indoor Air Quality Can Prevent Respiratory Infections: School districts confront unprecedented uncertainty, risk, and challenges as the U.S. enters the fall-winter respiratory illness season. HVAC, air cleaning, and disinfection system performance consistent public health guidelines is critical to preventing infectious spread, limiting illness-related absences, and ensuring healthy environments. This webinar features leading experts and practitioners from SafeTraces, the Stanford University Medical School, and the Clark County School District (Nevada) to share practical strategies and approaches for leveraging indoor air quality as a key component of infection prevention in school facilities. Watch the webinar.
How to Earn a Magna Award for IAQ Management: NSBA’s prestigious Magna Awards have been re-tooled to emphasize Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management. School Districts can earn points for a variety of actions, ranging from developing an IAQ Management Plan to attending webinars and training. Applications are due Oct. 31, 2025, so don’t miss this webinar to learn how your school district can qualify for a 2026 Magna Award. Watch the webinar.
Improving IAQ in Schools — American Lung Association: The American Lung Association has recently completed a report on state-by-state regulations pertaining to indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools. Tune in to hear the authors of the report, Thomas Carr, Director of National Policy, and Rebecca Padilla, Senior Manager, discuss their findings. Watch the webinar.
Boston Public Schools: Leaders in IAQ Monitoring: Boston Public Schools has emerged as a national leader in the use of real-time IAQ data to guide school operations and facility upgrades. But leadership doesn’t come without challenges. In this webinar, Katherine Walsh of Boston Public Schools will share how her team built one of the country’s most sophisticated IAQ monitoring systems — what worked, what didn’t, and what others should consider before getting started. She’ll be joined by Dr. Patricia Fabian of Boston University, who will explain how Boston’s data can be applied to building science, pandemic preparedness, and climate resilience. If your district is planning long-term capital improvements, this is a session you won’t want to miss. Watch the webinar.
The Impact of Outdoor Air Quality on Indoor Environments: Outdoor air pollution is a key contributor to indoor air quality challenges in schools. From idling buses and nearby highways to industrial sites and aging infrastructure, external pollutants can infiltrate classrooms in ways that put student and staff health at risk. In this session, experts from the Los Angeles Unified School District and the University of Southern California share how their collaborative monitoring project is using data to understand and mitigate these risks. They discussed how geography, construction quality, and source-specific emissions all play a role — and what schools can do about it. Watch the webinar.
Harnessing Data for Sustainable, Safer Spaces: As climate change intensifies, schools face challenges like wildfire smoke and extreme heat. Tune in to hear representatives from St. Vrain Valley School District in Colorado and Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland explain how they are integrating real-time monitoring, policy, training, and communication to enhance climate resilience. Learn actionable strategies to create healthier, safer, and more sustainable schools. Watch the webinar.
Get Recognized for Going Green: Apply for the 2026 NSBA Magna Awards: In celebration of Earth Day, NSBA and the Go Green Initiative co-hosted a special webinar to help school districts learn how to stand out in the 2026 NSBA Magna Awards. This year’s program spotlights innovative efforts to improve Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in schools. To be eligible for the 2026 awards, districts must implement a new IAQ Management Plan and track and document measurable GHG emission reductions. Throughout the year, districts can earn points by participating in in-person and virtual training sessions, all designed to support schools in creating healthier, more sustainable learning environments. Watch the webinar to explore the application process, get key tips, and hear answers to frequently asked questions about the Magna Awards.
Blogs
Indoor Air Quality in Schools: Training That Improves Health and Recognition: Discover how the Go Green Initiative’s IAQ courses can help your district improve indoor air quality, boost student success, and earn Magna Award points for national recognition.
IAQ in Schools: Protecting Students from Respiratory Illness This Winter: Each fall and winter, schools face spikes in respiratory illnesses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 that disrupt learning and strain staff. This blog explains how improving indoor air quality (IAQ) through better ventilation, filtration, and monitoring can significantly reduce infections, absenteeism, and health risks—while promoting student well-being and academic performance.