Lead Contamination in East Ramapo Schools

In East Ramapo Central School District, a severe lead contamination issue has been revealed, affecting all schools in the district since 2016. Students like Kari Broncano have been exposed to alarmingly high levels of lead in their drinking water, with some taps testing over 2,000 parts per billion, far exceeding the federal safety limit of 15 parts per billion. This has led to deep concerns about the long-term health impacts on students, particularly regarding cognitive and developmental effects, especially in communities predominantly composed of black and Latino students. The persistent presence of lead in the water highlights systemic neglect and raises questions about the equity of educational and health resources available to vulnerable populations.