The Board of Education believes that structural and landscape pests can pose significant hazards to people, property and the environment.  Pests are living organisms such as plants, animals or microorganisms that interfere with human uses for the school site.  Strategies for managing pest populations will be influenced by the pest species and the degree to which the population poses a threat to people, property or the environment.  Further the Board also believes that pesticides can also pose hazards to people, property and the environment.  The intent of this policy is to ensure the health and safety of students, teachers, staff and all others using district buildings and grounds.  

Areas to receive pesticide application will be posted and a written record of all pesticide applications will be maintained for five years. Parents/guardians and staff who want to receive advance notice of all pesticide use will be listed on a registry and such notice will be provided as required by law. Parents/guardians who want to be notified prior to pesticide applications inside their child(ren)’s school assignment area may contact the Director of Facilities, Mr. Tim Connors  (203-888-4513 ext.1121). 

Seymour Board of Education Policy #3524.1