Las Vegas students returned to classes this week amid extreme heat, with Silverado High School reporting issues with its air conditioning system.
Principal Jaime Ditto notified parents that the school’s HVAC unit would not operate at full capacity during the initial days of the new school year. However, additional equipment has been installed to help maintain cooler indoor temperatures. In a letter sent to Silverado parents, the principal focused on safety as a top priority, saying, “We will continue to monitor temperatures throughout the building and make adjustments as needed.”
CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert reassured families that safety protocols are in place to protect students during extreme heat. All safety procedures necessary to protect students and staff are to be used by administrators and coaches. The Clark County School District recently completed a $5 million initiative to upgrade air conditioning units across 37 campuses, reflecting the district’s ongoing focus on HVAC improvements…