News Summary
Westside Community Schools will restart classes following a cancellation due to a water line break near Westside High School. The incident affected school operations, prompting swift action from utility crews. Repairs are in progress, and the district has prepared alternative drop-off and pick-up routes for families. Parents are encouraged to stay updated as the situation unfolds, aiming for a smooth transition back to normalcy.
Omaha – Westside Community Schools will resume classes on Tuesday following a water line break that forced the cancellation of Monday’s school day. The incident occurred outside Westside High School in the parking lot, prompting immediate action from utility crews.
The broken water line was discovered early Monday morning, with Metropolitan Utilities District crews shutting off the water supply to prevent further complications. Classes at Westside High School, which typically start at 8 a.m. on Mondays, were initially expected to proceed as scheduled, but students were informed of the cancellation around 8:30 a.m. via the school intercom system.
In addition to the suspension of classes, the break also impacted extracurricular activities. Freshman football practice planned for Monday night was called off, and other after-school events were relocated to alternate venues to accommodate the unexpected disruption.
A contractor was brought in to carry out repairs, with work ongoing until midnight on Monday. If these repairs proceed as expected, water service is projected to be restored before classes begin on Tuesday morning. To keep parents and students informed, the district has committed to providing a final update on the situation by 6:15 a.m. Tuesday.
In the event that classes resume as planned, parents and guardians will notice a temporary drop-off and pick-up lane established for students at Westside High School. A map detailing the new routes will be made available to families to ensure a smooth transition back to the school environment after the disruption.
The water line break and subsequent school cancellation serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by infrastructure issues in maintaining regular educational operations. Westside Community Schools is committed to the safety and well-being of its students and staff and has acted quickly to ensure minimal disruption to their education.
As the situation develops, the school district is focused on returning to normalcy and providing a safe learning environment for all students. Westside Community Schools encourages families to stay informed through the updates provided and to prepare accordingly for the resumption of school activities on Tuesday.
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