College Closed Monday Because of Severe Weather

All Wake Tech campuses are closed Monday, March 16, 2026, due to forecasts of severe weather. Although the college is on spring break, many non-degree classes are still held this week. Students taking non-degree classes in person should check with their instructors for more information. Online non-degree classes continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech student services, including Admissions and Advising, are available online at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.

Facilities Operations

Facilities Management

Housekeeping Services

Housekeeping services are provided on all Wake Tech campuses and centers. Facilities Management oversees cleaning procedures and processes and confirms the use of Green Seal-certified products and other low-environmental-impact products:

  • Environmentally responsible cleaning products and floor finishes
  • Chemical measuring and dilution control systems that minimize waste and limit exposure
  • Microfiber dusting cloths and dust sleeves
  • Color-coded microfiber cleaning cloths to prevent cross contamination
  • Vacuums that meet the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Green Label program requirements
  • Carpet extraction equipment that meets the CRI standard
  • Green cleaning procedures such as straight stream spray with cleaners, vacuuming stairwells, dust-control burnishes and allowing proper dwell time for restroom cleaners
  • Periodic floor and carpet maintenance during a period of minimum occupancy
  • Environmentally preferable hand soap, paper towels and toilet tissue
  • Integrated pest management plans

Studies show that creating a healthy environment by extracting the contaminants that normally enter buildings can greatly enhance student performance. The Student Performance Impact Study, conducted by Michael Berry, Ph.D., found the following:

  • Student attendance increased by 4%
  • Math scores Above Basic rose by 25%
  • Reading scores Basic or Above increased by 16%

Berry concluded that "there is a direct connection between healthy school environments; behaviors and attitudes of students, parents and educators; and academic achievement."