UPDATE
VALLEY MILLS, Texas – School will be closed in Valley Mills ISD on Friday because of “recent hail damage at our district's facilities,” the district said Thursday.
In a social media post, the district said:
"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 district expects school will resume Monday.
"We will keep you updated if there are any changes to this plan," the district said.
ORIGINAL STORY
VALLEY MILLS, Texas – School has been canceled in Valley Mills ISD until future notice because of “extensive hail damage to the buildings at both campuses,” the district said in a social media post Thursday.
“Yesterday's severe hailstorm caused significant damage to the roof and windows, making the school unsafe for students and staff,” the district said. “The safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priority, and we cannot compromise on that. Therefore, we have decided to cancel classes until the necessary repairs are made to the building.”
25 News will provide additional details when they become available.
