Valley Mills ISD will be closed Friday as a result of hail damage

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Valley Mills Independent School District canceled classes on April 27-28 as a result of the hail damage from Wednesday’s storm.

In a Facebook post, the school district stated, “Yesterday’s severe hailstorm caused significant damage to the roof and windows, making the school unsafe for students and staff. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priority, and we cannot compromise on that.”

Later on Thursday, the school shared an update on Facebook: “We regret to inform you that school will be closed Friday, April 27th.”

According to the school district, “this continued closure is due to the recent hail damage at our district’s facilities. In order to address these issues and ensure that our students have a safe and comfortable learning environment, we have arranged for a professional restoration team to carry out repairs over the weekend.”

“We understand that this may cause some inconvenience to you and your family, but please know that we are working diligently to make sure that our school is in good condition and that our students can continue their education without any further disruptions. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.”

The school district said it expects classes to resume on Monday, May 1.

SEAN AND JULIE COMPARE THE “SALADO STONE” FROM A YEAR AGO TO THE DESTRUCTIVE HAIL FROM WEDNESDAY’S STORMS IN CENTRAL TEXAS:

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