Nineteen school districts in Los Angeles County have announced closures on Wednesday due to wildfires, as reported by the county’s Office of Education. While not all schools within these districts are closed, some are providing at-home learning options for students. Unfortunately, many students in the county have been forced to evacuate their homes.
The Los Angeles Unified School District, the nation’s second-largest with over 429,000 students, is collaborating with first responders to designate district properties as potential evacuation sites. This proactive measure aims to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff in the face of the ongoing wildfire threat.
Los Angeles County is home to 80 public school districts that collectively cater to 1.3 million students from elementary to high school levels. The impact of the wildfires on the education system underscores the challenges faced by communities in the region during this crisis.
