NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — A Rockland County high school was forced to shut down and go fully remote for the remainder of the week following a report of "a suspicion of hazardous materials" in certain classrooms.
Parents received notifications from the district late Tuesday afternoon that beginning on Wednesday, the Spring Valley High School building would be closed and students should launch their remote learning platforms.
"Earlier today, we were notified of a suspicion of hazardous materials in specific classrooms at Spring Valley High School. We have determined it is not feasible to run the in-person instructional program and concurrently investigate and develop a plan to address this immediate concern," read a post on the school's website.
"At the advice of the District’s Architect & Engineering firm, and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to shift students at Spring Valley High School to remote instruction for the remainder of the week," read a post on the school's website. "During this time we can fully assess the scope and nature of the material and determine the most effective and safe mitigation measures.
As a result of the school's closure, PSATs and SATs will be rescheduled.
Further guidance related to meal distribution, co-curricular activities, and athletic events will be given as an investigation continues.