Classrooms Reopen After Air Quality Fixes | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Two classrooms in Pender County Schools, one at C.F. Pope Elementary and another at South Topsail Elementary, are on the verge of reopening after failing initial air quality tests due to mold. Following intensive remediation—including specialized cleaning, dehumidifiers, and air scrubbers—C.F. Pope’s classroom has passed retesting, clearing the way for students to return. Nineteen classrooms across the district were tested after mold was detected, and while the South Topsail classroom is still awaiting results, the district remains committed to ensuring a safe, healthy learning environment…