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Philly Schools Staying Closed Due To Asbestos, Abatement Work
The School District of Philadelphia said Alexander McClure and Laura H. Carnell elementary schools will undergo asbestos abatement.
PHILADELPHIA — Two Philadelphia public schools closed by asbestos will undergo asbestos abatement, according to the School District of Philadelphia. The schools will remain closed for more days.
Laura H. Carnell Elementary School will remain closed Monday, Jan. 6. All staff should report to the Little School House.
Alexander McClure Elementary School will remain closed Monday, Jan. 6 through Friday, Jan. 10.
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The school will reopen Monday, Jan. 13.
Staff should report to Roberto Clemente Middle School at 122 W. Erie Ave. during this time.
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Before winter break, damage to asbestos-containing pipe insulation was found at both schools.
Abatement work will be completed, and air testing and cleaning in the building will also be conducted before students and staff re-occupy the building. Results of the air quality tests will be available on the District’s website online here.
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