One Kentucky school is in desperate need of repair.
Taylor County Elementary School in Campbellsville is the largest elementary school in Kentucky
It has 1200 students in one of the oldest buildings.
Tuesday, the new superintendent will tell parents about a problem with mold and mildew.
Kim Lawson claims Taylor County Elementary School knew about health hazards to students for years. And says their former superintendent did nothing about it.
"I know from my allergy doctor and had both my sons tested they are highly allergic to mold and mildew,” said Lawson.
”I'm just laying it on the table. It is what it is... I'm not the kind of superintendent that tries to hide anything. I'm not trying to hide anything,” said Roger Cook, the new superintendent, who openly admits the 75-year-old building traps moisture constantly.
Officials blame the nearby lake and outdated structure.
He showed us the damage.
"We repaired walls in the classrooms that had bad holes in them. You can still see holes in the ceiling," said Cook.
They've invested $10,000 for paint and repairs since July.
The problem is, it could cost about $6 million dollars to build a new school.
Cook says about a dozen parents complain every month of their kids suffering possible allergies to mold and mildew.
Lawson believes it's a small start to a huge problem but says at least her concerns are no longer being covered up.
"All I am is tickled to death that when my child gets to that school she could be in a healthier and safer place," said Lawson.
The superintendent will talk to parents about the problem at a district meeting Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m.
He actually has two grandchildren in the school and attended classes there in the 1950's.
One proposal is a 5 cent levy on property taxes that needs approval from the board of education.
