Marboro High first-floor classrooms cited for heat and ventilation problems; district plans phased fixes

At back-to-school night and during the board meeting Miss McC reported that first-floor classrooms at Marboro High School experience stagnant, hot conditions caused by building additions and limited airflow.

"There are certain classrooms and certain parts of certain wings on the first floor that are landlocked or behind an addition. So, they're not getting air," Miss McC said, asking when relief could be expected. Administration replied an electrical assessment from architects is pending and that air-conditioning for the first floor is part of a multi year facilities plan. Officials said they hope to proceed in phases and aim to have required infrastructure work and initial installations by spring 2027, subject to the assessment and available funding.

The administration said chillers and upgrades are underway on other floors and buildings and that they would share electrical findings with the finance committee to inform prioritization. Board members asked if specific rooms could be prioritized once assessments confirm capacity; administration said phasing would allow targeted prioritization.