Key Takeaways & Summary

• One-Time Emergency Support: The Durham PTA approved an emergency expenditure to purchase 9 portable AC units (along with temporary loaned units) to ensure classrooms were safe and operational for the start of the school year.

• Clear Operational Boundaries: PTA funds and volunteer efforts are temporary stopgap measures. PTA fundraising cannot serve as a substitute for standard district infrastructure maintenance.

• District Accountability: Facility maintenance and HVAC repairs remain the fundamental responsibility of Houston ISD. We are formally requesting an official remediation timeline and permanent solutions from HISD Facility Services.