Overview

• An estimated 15-20% of California's K-12 public schools have no functioning heating or air conditioning systems.
• Students and teachers face health issues like heat exhaustion, vomiting, and cramps in sweltering classrooms.
• Hot classroom conditions lead to increased absences and reduced learning, with exam performance dropping up to 14% on hot days.
• Many schools, especially in low-income areas, lack the financial resources to repair or replace outdated air conditioning systems.
• A proposed $10 billion school infrastructure bond will be on the November ballot to fund necessary repairs and upgrades.