A message from Mathews County Superintendent of Schools Dr. David S. Daniel went out last week to parents and school staff, informing them of a number of changes and improvements taking place this summer at the three county schools.
Topping the list is asbestos abatement at Thomas Hunter Middle School, paid for through $1 million in funds earmarked in the state budget, secured by State Sen. Ryan McDougle (R-Hanover).
“While all air quality tests and annual inspection reports have confirmed the safe condition of the asbestos-containing materials in THMS, we are committed to provide the best possible environment for our students, faculty, and staff so we are proceeding quickly to remove these materials from the building once and for all,” Daniel said in the message.
Abatement of the first half of THMS began Monday, and is scheduled to be completed well before the start of the 2025-2026 school year. The abatement of other parts of the school will occur next summer. All work will be carrie...