A group of middle schoolers in Palm City, Florida, got an unexpected lesson in facilities management last week when the logistics surrounding a roofing project created an “unpleasant odor” that left some students feeling nauseated.
As People reports, parents of students at Hidden Oaks Middle School were alerted to a rotten situation that was disrupting the typical school day routine. On Wednesday, March 25, school administrators sent an alert to parents stating:
“We want to make you aware that maintenance crews are on campus today conducting a scheduled roof cleaning using a non-toxic spray that created an unpleasant odor, which lingered into some buildings, but caused no harm to students and staff. We sincerely apologize that families were not notified in advance and appreciate your understanding.”…