Explanation:
In a school building that is unsafe and unhealthy, neither students nor faculty can perform at their highest levels.
Cite specific examples of what is wrong with the building and the specific harm the defects are causing to kids, teachers and staff.
Offer to meet with the chief executive ASAP. Write your letter to the executive using facts and evidence. Document your observations of building deficiencies and neglect with photos and video.
Have each teacher co-sign the letter. Send copies of the letter to the executive’s boss, and that person’s boss. Send copies of the letter and photos and video to all members of the local media.
Try to enlist parents to send letters or make phone calls to the higher-ups and the media.
Be prepared for resistance. Don’t back down. See if other schools in other communities are having similar issues. Encourage them to do as you have.
See if a faculty member or parent has a lawyer in the family who could help guide you.
Don’t be afraid to embarrass these executives using photos and video of cute kids and angry parents demanding the things they should have, including a safe, clean, and healthy place to learn.
Best wishes for success!
