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Principal Message - HVAC Update

HVAC Updates
 
January 15, 2025

Dear Hope Community PCS Parents and Families,


Hope and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) would like to provide you with an update regarding the HVAC system issue we are currently addressing. 


Our facilities team, along with external HVAC specialists, has been actively working to identify and resolve the problem as quickly as possible. At this time, we are awaiting the necessary parts for the repair. 


Current Actions:


  • Spot coolers are left on overnight to help increase temperatures during the colder part of the morning. This allows our maintenance team to maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the day. 

  • Due to these actions, temperatures have risen in comparison to last week.

  • We invite you to enter the building to speak with administration and to assess temperature and the safety of the learning environment.


Option for Asynchronous Learning


  • The option still remains for families to choose asynchronous learning for their scholar.  If you feel uncomfortable with your scholar coming to school we have provided an option of asynchronous learning that your scholar can do remotely. 

  • Your scholar will NOT be counted absent. 

  • Please contact your scholar’s teacher to inform them of your decision.  

  • All work must be completed and turned in to receive a grade. 


We recognize the importance of maintaining a comfortable environment for our students and staff and are committed to swiftly resolving this issue.


We will keep you informed of any significant updates and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Please feel free to contact my office (202- 832-7370) if you have any questions and/or concerns. 


Yours In Service,

Dr. Clifford Owens

Principal