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Parkway is committed to the safety and well-being of our students and staff including safe drinking water.
In 2022, the Missouri legislature passed the Get the Lead out of School Drinking Water Act (RSMo 160.077), which sets standards for lead concentrations in school drinking water. The law requires schools to conduct inventory, sampling, remediation, and monitoring at all potable drinking water outlets used or potentially used for drinking, food preparation, and cooking or cleaning utensils.
All Parkway schools complete water testing in partnership with a professional environmental consulting firm.- The EPA standard for acceptable lead levels in drinking water is less than 15 ppb (parts per billion)
- Missouri law passed in 2022 requires Missouri schools to have drinking water is less than 5 ppb (parts per billion)
Test Results
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Families and staff are notified directly of the results of safe drinking water testing. The safety and health of our students and staff is our highest priority. We will work diligently to rectify every source that is out of compliance. In the meantime, all students and staff will continue to have access to various water outlets throughout the school that have met compliance.
Test results for each school/building are posted below.
Results by School
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Administration Building
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at the Administrative Building with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Water Cooler in Corridor C2D with a detected lead concentration of 9.3 ppb.
The water cooler identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be repaired, removed, or replaced.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 9 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at the Administrative Building with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Drinking Fountain in Corridor C2D with a detected lead concentration of 8 ppb.
The drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be repaired, removed, or replaced.
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Barretts Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 2 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Barretts with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 36 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 6 water sources at Barretts with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Four (4) Sink Faucets in Room 509 with detected lead concentrations of 12.7, 9.3, 14.3, and 7.1 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 217 with a detected lead concentration of 53.4 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 225 with a detected lead concentration of 5.9 ppb.
At Barretts, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Bellerive Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 6 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 3 water sources at Bellerive with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Water Cooler in Corridor C2E with a detected lead concentration of 5.2 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1504 with a detected lead concentration of 5.5 ppb.
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Ice Maker in Room 1807 with a detected lead concentration of 5.2 ppb.
At Bellerive, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountain and water cooler identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 61 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 7 water sources at Bellerive with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Drinking Fountain in Corridor C2E with a detected lead concentration of 10.1 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 1101 with a detected lead concentration of 9.4 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 2106 with a detected lead concentration of 5.0 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 1504 with a detected lead concentration of 6.7 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 1604 with a detected lead concentration of 5.9 ppb.
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Ice Maker in Room 1807 with a detected lead concentration of 5.2 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 1704 with a detected lead concentration of 5.4 ppb.
At Bellerive, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the sink faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the sink faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountains identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Carman Trails Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Carman Trails with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 24 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Carman Trails with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Corridor C1R with a detected lead concentration of 1090 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Corridor C1R with a detected lead concentration of 67.8 ppb.
At Carman Trails, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets, noting that the water is not for drinking. The drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Central High
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 2 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Central High with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 60 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 3 water sources at Central High with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Kitchen Sink Faucet in Room 26 with a detected lead concentration of 14.7 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 315 with a detected lead concentration of 12.7 ppb.
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Drinking fountain in Room 242 with a detected lead concentration of 5.8 ppb.
At Central High, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the sink faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Central Middle
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 3 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water sources at Central Middle with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 109 with a detected lead concentration of 190 ppb.
At Central Middle, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 50 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 3 water sources at Central Middle with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 109 with a detected lead concentration of 8.7 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 109 with a detected lead concentration of 19.3 ppb.
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Spray Nozzle in Room 109 with a detected lead concentration of 5.3 ppb.
At Central Middle, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Claymont Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 6 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Claymont with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 59 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 6 water sources at Claymont with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Drinking Fountain in Room 104 with a detected lead concentration of 5.0 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 809 with a detected lead concentration of 5.0 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 808 with a detected lead concentration of 39.9 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 701 with a detected lead concentration of 84.8 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 604 with a detected lead concentration of 34.4 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 606 with a detected lead concentration of 5.1 ppb.
At Claymont, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the sink faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the sink faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountains identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Craig Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 2 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Craig with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 27 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Craig with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 400 with a detected lead concentration of 21.3 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 500 with a detected lead concentration of 8.3 ppb.
At Craig, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the faucet and drinking fountain noting that the water is not for drinking. The drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Early Childhood Center
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 32 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at the Early Childhood Center with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Early Childhood Center (North)
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 20 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at Early Childhood Center - North with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 016 with a detected lead concentration of 134 ppb.
At Early Childhood Center - North, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to this faucet noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucet identified has been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
Update - August 2024 - Due to the re-routing of piping within the building, twenty water sources within the building were tested again.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at the Early Childhood Center at North with no lead concentration over 5 ppb.
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Fern Ridge
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Fern Ridge with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 26 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Fern Ridge with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Kitchen Sink Faucet in Room 403 with a detected lead concentration of 5.3 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 111 with a detected lead concentration of 11.1 ppb.
At Fern Ridge, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the sink faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Green Trails Elementary
Update 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Green Trails with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 29 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water sources at Green Trails with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Sink Faucet in Room 2208 with a detected lead concentration of 6.1 ppb.
At Green Trails, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Grounds Building
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Hanna Woods Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 2 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Hanna Woods with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 34 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Hanna Woods with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 008 with a detected lead concentration of 19.5 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 502 with a detected lead concentration of 19.0 ppb.
At Hanna Woods, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Henry Elementary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 24 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Henry with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Drinking Fountain in Room 2505 with a detected lead concentration of 5.0 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 2507 with a detected lead concentration of 7.6 ppb.
At Henry, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these drinking fountains noting that the water is not for drinking. The drinking fountains identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Highcroft Ridge Elementary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 23 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Highcroft Ridge with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Mason Ridge Elementary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 55 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 12 water sources at Mason Ridge with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Sink Faucet in Room 108 with a detected lead concentration of 872 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 108 with a detected lead concentration of 7.0 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 110 with a detected lead concentration of 9.5 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 110 with a detected lead concentration of 6.9 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 513 with a detected lead concentration of 5.9 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 511 with a detected lead concentration of 16.6 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 508 with a detected lead concentration of 36.8 ppb.
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Sink Drinking Fountain in Room 508 with a detected lead concentration of 5.4 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 600 with a detected lead concentration of 343 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 602 with a detected concentration of 28.4 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 606 with a detected lead concentration of 8.0 ppb.
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Spray nozzle in Room 805 with a lead concentration of 37.3 ppb.
At Mason Ridge, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The drinking fountains identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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McKelvey Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 4 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at McKelvey Intermediate with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 32 water sources within the building.We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 5 water sources at McKelvey Intermediate with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 4105 with a detected lead concentration of 103 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 3105 with a detected lead concentration of 5.3 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 3100 with a detected lead concentration of 11.1 ppb.
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Washing Faucet in Room 2204 with a detected lead concentration of 16.0 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 2100 with a detected lead concentration of 12.8 ppb.
At McKelvey Intermediate, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these fixtures noting that the water is not for drinking. The fixtures have been turned off and marked out of order until each can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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McKelvey Primary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 39 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at McKelvey Primary with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 1409 with a detected lead concentration of 68.1 ppb.
At McKelvey Primary, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the faucet noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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North High
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 3 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water sources at North High with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Kitchen Faucet in Room 1312 with a detected lead concentration of 111 ppb.
At North High, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the kitchen faucets and spray nozzle noting that the water is not for drinking.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 60 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 3 water sources at North High with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Kitchen Faucet in Room 1312 with a detected lead concentration of 11.5 ppb.
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Kitchen Faucet in Room 1312 with a detected lead concentration of 100 ppb.
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Spray Nozzle in Room 1606 with a detected lead concentration of 42.2 ppb.
At North High, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the kitchen faucets and spray nozzle noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Northeast Middle
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water source at Northeast Middle with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 42 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at Northeast Middle with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Kitchen Washing Faucet in Room 506 with a detected lead concentration of 28.5 ppb.
At Northeast Middle, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to this kitchen washing faucet noting that the water is not for drinking. The kitchen washing faucet identified has been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Oak Brook Elementary
Update as of 03/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 4 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Oak Brook with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Drinking Fountain in Room 606 with a detected lead concentration of 5.7 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 506 with a detected lead concentration of 12.6 ppb.
At Oak Brook, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 46 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 4 water sources at Oak Brook with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 606 with a detected lead concentration of 8.2 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 606 with a detected lead concentration of 8.8 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 201 with a detected lead concentration of 6.5 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 506 with a detected lead concentration of 8.6 ppb.
At Oak Brook, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Operations Building
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 11 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at District Operations with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
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Pierremont Elementary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 38 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Pierremont with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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River Bend Elementary
Update as of 04/03/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 13 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at River Bend with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 2301 with a detected lead concentration of 8.1 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 1302 with a detected lead concentration of 10.3 ppb.
At River Bend, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the faucets and drinking fountains noting that the water is not for drinking. The drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 60 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 14 water sources at River Bend with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 2301 with a detected lead concentration of 406 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 2300 with a detected lead concentration of 241 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 2201 with a detected lead concentration of 31.8 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 2203 with a detected lead concentration of 93.4 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 2200 with a detected lead concentration of 10.2 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 1200 with a detected lead concentration of 7.7 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1202 with a detected lead concentration of 248 ppb.
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Drinking Fountain in Room 1202 with a detected lead concentration of 7.7 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1203 with a detected lead concentration of 37.7 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1201 with a detected lead concentration of 9.0 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1302 with a detected lead concentration of 7.2 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1308 with a detected lead concentration of 10.6 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 1401 with a detected lead concentration of 5.8 ppb.
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Coffee Maker in Room 1501 with a detected lead concentration of 6.5 ppb.
At River Bend, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to the faucets, coffee maker, and drinking fountains noting that the water is not for drinking. The coffee maker and drinking fountain identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Ross Elementary
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 23 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Ross with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Sink Faucet in Room 908 with a detected lead concentration of 82.3 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 505 with a detected lead concentration of 25.6 ppb.
At Ross, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Shenandoah Valley Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water source at Shenandoah Valley with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 43 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water source at Shenandoah Valley with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 001A with a detected lead concentration of 28.6 ppb.
At Shenandoah Valley, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to this faucet noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucet identified has been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Sorrento Springs Elementary
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 7 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Sorrento Springs with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 35 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 6 water sources at Sorrento Springs with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 214 with a detected lead concentration of 41.7 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 224 with a detected lead concentration of 32.5 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 234 with a detected lead concentration of 234 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 234 with a detected lead concentration of 17.1 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 324 with a detected lead concentration of 13.9 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 324 with a detected lead concentration of 64.2 ppb.
At Sorrento Springs, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountain and water cooler identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
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South High
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at South High with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 82 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 3 water sources at South High with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Sink Faucet in Room 2600 with a detected lead concentration of 83.2 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 1413 with a detected lead concentration of 5.0 ppb.
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Sink Faucet in Room 1908 with a detected lead concentration of 18.2 ppb.
At South High, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these sink faucets noting that the water is not for drinking.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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South Middle
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at South Middle with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 50 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at South Middle with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb of 5.7 ppb.
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Southwest Middle
Update as of 3/28/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 2 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Southwest Middle with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 42 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 2 water sources at Southwest Middle with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 406 with a detected lead concentration of 7.8 ppb.
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Faucet in Room 504 with a detected lead concentration of 5.6 ppb.
At Southwest Middle, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. The faucets identified have been turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Spark!
Update as of 3/31/2025:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated zero water sources at SPARK with the lead concentration over 5 ppb.
2024:
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 1 water source within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 1 water sources at SPARK with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 102 with a detected lead concentration of 10.2 ppb.
At SPARK, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountain and water cooler identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
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The Nines Building
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 3 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at The Nines with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb.
At The Nines, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these faucets noting that the water is not for drinking. In cases when the faucet is in a kitchen, we will be replacing the faucet and following up with additional testing prior to using the water source for any cooking or drinking. The drinking fountain and water cooler identified will be turned off and marked out of order until it can be removed or replaced.
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Transportation Building
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 8 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 0 water sources at Transportation with lead concentration over 5 ppb.
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West High
A contractor, Intertek-PSI, conducted testing on 80 water sources within the building.
We were notified that the preliminary results indicated 4 water sources at West High with the following lead concentration over 5 ppb:
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Faucet in Room 2305 with a detected lead concentration of 5.3 ppb.
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Pot Filler in Room 1303 with a detected lead concentration of 6.6 ppb.
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Ice Maker in Room 1509 with a detected lead concentration of 9.9 ppb.
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Spray Nozzle in Room 1615 with a detected lead concentration of 14.2 ppb.
At West High, the vast majority of the water sources identified are not used for drinking water. To ensure this is clear for our students and staff, we will be adding signage to these fixtures noting that the water is not for drinking. The fixtures have been turned off and marked out of order until each can be removed or replaced.
In July, the faucet in the nurse's bathroom was tested and the preliminary result indicated that the water source does not have concentrations of lead over 5 ppb.
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Learn more about safe drinking water
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Does Parkway regularly test water?
Parkway Schools are provided with water from the Missouri American Water Company. The Missouri American Water Company regularly tests its water and publicly reports the results.Is it common to have lead in drinking water?
Lead is rarely found in source water like groundwater or rivers. Typically, lead in water results from corrosion, or the wearing away, of lead-containing materials in the water distribution system such as pipes and faucets. Since 1986, all plumbing materials must be “lead-free.” The law currently allows plumbing materials up to 0.25 percent lead to be labeled as “lead-free.” While there are lower amounts of lead used in newer water distribution systems, corrosion still occurs. When water stands in lead pipes or plumbing systems containing lead for several hours or more, the lead may dissolve into the drinking water. In such circumstances, the first water drawn from a tap in the morning typically contains the highest traces of lead. Although rarely the sole cause of lead poisoning, lead in drinking water can significantly increase a person’s total lead exposure. The EPA estimates that drinking water can make up 20% or more of a person’s total exposure to lead. According to the EPA (www.epa.gov), children of any age are susceptible to the effects of lead, with children under the age of 6 being most at risk. While effects may vary in scope and severity, the EPA reports that lead might lead to behavior and learning problems, lower IQ, hyperactivity, slowed growth, hearing problems and anemia. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that the impact of lead exposure on children can be impacted by various factors including age, nutrition, the source of exposure, length of time of the exposure, and other underlying health conditions. Elevated levels of lead in women who are pregnant can also be harmful, possibly severely, to both babies and mothers. Your physician or healthcare provider can provide additional information regarding the effects of lead exposure and, with respect to one’s health history, whether testing for lead should be considered.
Learn more about safe drinking water
Basic information about lead in drinking water: https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/basic-information-about-lead-drinking-water
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services: https://health.mo.gov/living/environment/lead/publications.php
St. Louis County Department of Health lead information: https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/public-health/environmental-services/healthy-homes/lead-poisoning-prevention/
If you have questions about the water testing in Parkway Schools, please email connect@parkwayschools.net.