PCBs in schools could impact your child’s ability to learn

Posted by loisgibbs on Nov 13, 2012 at 12:16 PM

Was your child’s school built before 1979?  Find out!  If so, a group of chemicals called PCBs may be lurking in the light fixtures.  PCBs were previously used as insulation in electrical equipment until the federal government banned their use…

With AFT, we call for stronger air quality standards for our children

Posted by Joe Theissen on Nov 8, 2012 at 5:29 PM

We could be doing more to protect air quality for our children, especially with asthma on the rise. That’s why Voices joined with the American Federation of Teachers to call on the Environmental Protection Agency to strengthen soot standards.