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Parents say Waco Elementary classrooms lack working air conditioning; district pledges update
Summary
Parents told the Socorro ISD board that multiple Waco Elementary classrooms have nonfunctioning HVAC units despite funded repairs; district said parts delays are the primary issue and pledged a status update, citing a 4–6 week timeline for some repairs.
A parent told the Socorro Independent School District board on Aug. 20 that multiple classrooms at Waco Elementary have been operating without functioning air-conditioning for more than two years, and that teachers have relied on portable units while students endured high indoor temperatures. The parent asked the board to provide a transparent timeline and regular updates for repairs.
The complaint matters because the parent said extreme heat and poor indoor air quality are disrupting learning and…
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