While it may occasionally be necessary to apply a pesticide, these will only be used as a last resort. This program does not rely on routine pesticide applications to resolve problems. We use various techniques such as habitat alteration, sanitation, mechanical means, exclusion, etc. to prevent pests from becoming a problem.

You will receive advanced notice of the application of a pesticide, other than a bait or gel formulation at your child's school. This advance notice of the application will be given 48 hours before the application. The law requires us to do this notification by using two methods. The first method required by the law is the posting at entrances to your child's school. The second method we are going to use is the posting in a common area located by the main office of the school. Parents are also entitled to receive this notice by first-class United States mail postmarked at least 3 days before the application. If you would like to be notified by mail please send in writing your name, mailing address and the school your child attends to the district Operations Office, P.O. Box 412, Gobles, MI 49055.

In an emergency (for example, bees nest), pesticides may be applied without prior notice, but you will be provided notice following any such application.   Any questions can be directed to the Director of Business and Operations @ 269-628-5614.