News Summary

Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School in Ahwatukee will remain closed due to hazardous air quality and ongoing roof repairs. School officials announced the extension following air quality tests revealing dangerous levels of particulate matter. Affected students are being relocated to alternative campuses, and parents are urged to prepare for a longer transition. The district will provide updates on roof repairs and air quality testing as they work to ensure a safe learning environment for students.

Ahwatukee Extends Closure of Kyrene de la Sierra School Due to Hazardous Conditions

Ahwatukee – Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School will remain closed through at least the upcoming fall break due to ongoing roof repairs and hazardous air quality conditions. School officials announced the extension of the closure this week, prompting concerns among parents and the local community.

Initially, roof work at the school was paused for air quality testing, which revealed levels of hazardous particulate matter that were 28 times higher than the acceptable threshold set by the U.S. Green Building Council. These concerning results necessitated a halt to construction and the continuation of school closure.

Impact on Students and Families

As a result of the closure, affected students have been relocated to the Cerritos/Altadeña campus or Kyrene de la Esperanza. The school administration has indicated that families should prepare for their children to remain at these alternative campuses through winter break, unless the roof repairs can be completed sooner than anticipated.

Follow-up air quality testing will take place once the roof work resumes and is subsequently completed. School officials have emphasized that their top priority is to ensure the safety of the campus and to minimize any further disruptions to students’ learning environments.

Community Concerns

Preliminary air quality tests have already indicated elevated levels of particulate matter. Further test results that will identify specific chemicals linked to the hazardous conditions are expected to be released soon. In light of these concerns, the district had initiated the closure on August 4, with plans for students to engage in a week of online learning before relocating to other schools on August 11.

Next Steps for Roof Repairs

Students and families have been urged to prepare for the transition while the roof construction is expedited. The district aims to complete work involving asphalt and off-gassing by October to ensure a prompt return to normal school operations. The district has committed to providing regular updates on the roof replacement process and any impacts on school operations through their website. This includes details on future air quality tests and the timeline for potential reopening.

Conclusion

The continued closure of Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School underscores the significant responsibility that school officials have to ensure a safe learning environment. As the situation evolves, the district faces ongoing pressure to maintain transparent communication with the community regarding the health and safety of students and staff. Parents, students, and community members await further updates as they navigate this challenging situation.

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