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Philadelphia Elementary School Celebrates Having Air Conditioning For First Time In Years
"The kids last year — even though we were here, mentally, we weren't here because it was so hot," Williams said.
August 29, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — For the first time in years, students at Gloria Casarez Elementary School in Kensington are staying cool and comfortable in their classrooms, thanks to newly installed air conditioning units. The upgrades mean the school no longer has to dismiss students early due to extreme heat, a routine practice for many School District of Philadelphia schools without full air conditioning.
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Tara Williams, who has been teaching at the school for 14 years, says she's already noticing differences in the education environment.
"The kids last year — even though we were here, mentally, we weren't here because it was so hot," Williams said. "Now, the kids are smiling, coming in. They're not complaining of the heat. We're not taking any water breaks. It's just a world of difference."
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