Ethel Boyes Elementary School in Idaho Falls will remain closed Wednesday following air conditioning system repairs that demand a full 24-hour curing period before the system can operate normally.
The school, located at 1875 Brentwood Drive, faces interior temperatures potentially climbing above 85 degrees Fahrenheit without functioning air conditioning. District 91 officials determined that conditions would be unsuitable for instruction.
Superintendent Karla LaOrange explained the decision, stating: “We recognize that it is unreasonable to expect our students and teachers to have an effective learning day in the building at those temperatures.”, as first reported by the EastIdahoNews.com
The closure affects only Ethel Boyes Elementary. No other District 91 schools are scheduled to close Wednesday. Students are expected to resume classes Thursday once the air conditioning system completes its curing cycle and returns to normal operation.
The closure follows a trend of cooling-related disruptions at Idaho Falls-area schools, highlighting the critical importance of functional climate control systems during warm months.
What Comes Next: District 91 families should confirm that students will return to Ethel Boyes on Thursday. Parents with questions about the closure or makeup schedules should contact the school directly.