Alvin ISD Walt Disney Elementary students to be relocated after tornado
ALVIN, Texas - Students from Alvin ISD’s Walt Disney Elementary School will return to class at a different campus after an EF-2 tornado caused significant damage to their school.
During an emergency meeting Monday, the Board of Trustees approved a plan to relocate them to the former Alvin Elementary campus at 1910 Rosharon Road.
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Students are currently on a break for the holiday but are scheduled to return on Jan. 7. Staff are scheduled to return on Jan. 6.
The district says operations and maintenance teams are working to prepare the temporary campus for their return.
The district shared the following statement on Monday:
"Following the devastating tornado that struck Walt Disney Elementary, the Alvin ISD Board of Trustees held an emergency meeting on Monday, December 30 2024 to address the immediate needs of the affected students and staff.
To ensure a safe and suitable learning environment, the Board has approved a plan to temporarily relocate the Walt Disney Elementary community to the former Alvin Elementary campus, located at 1910 Rosharon Road in Alvin. District staff is currently working diligently to finalize transportation and logistical details, and families and staff will be informed as soon as these plans are complete.
"Our top priority is the well-being of our students and staff," said Carol Nelson, Alvin ISD Superintendent. "We are committed to ensuring that their educational journey continues without interruption, even in the face of this unexpected tragedy."
Alvin ISD’s operations and maintenance teams are working to prepare the temporary campus with the intent of staff returning on January 6 and students on January 7, 2025. Every effort is being made to provide a facility that meets the high standards required for teaching and learning.The district extends its gratitude to the community for their patience and support during this challenging time. Updates will be shared as more details become available."
Walt Disney Elementary School damaged by tornado
Damage and debris at Walt Disney Elementary School after a tornado.
Walt Disney Elementary School sustained significant damage when an EF-2 tornado tore through Brazoria County on Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service, the tornado began around 12:52 p.m., moving from the southwest end of County Road 172 to the eastern edge of Hillcrest with a path of 8.78 miles.
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The NWS says the school sustained the most significant damage, including extensive damage to its roof.
Donations for Walt Disney Elementary School educators
The district says many educators at the school lost their teaching materials and items that they purchased with their own money to support their classrooms.
The Alvin ISD Education Foundation has established a donation site to help educators replace their lost materials and rebuild their classrooms. Click here for more information.