News Summary
Roxbury Elementary School has been closed temporarily due to detected asbestos contamination. The Solon City Schools district reported elevated levels of asbestos in one classroom, prompting further testing. The district is committed to ensuring the safety of students and staff, emphasizing transparency and ongoing communication with families as they assess the situation. All school activities have been canceled, and a plan is underway for alternate education arrangements until safety is confirmed.
Solon – Roxbury Elementary School has been closed temporarily through Wednesday, September 10, 2025, due to concerns over potential asbestos contamination within the building. The announcement of the closure was made by the Solon City Schools district on Sunday, September 6, following the identification of asbestos during environmental testing conducted over the weekend.
Initial tests revealed elevated levels of asbestos in one classroom, prompting immediate action to ensure the safety of students and staff. However, further testing conducted later on the same day returned negative results for asbestos in that same classroom. In light of these conflicting results, the district is pursuing confirmation from an independent third-party laboratory to determine the true level of risk.
The school will remain closed until definitive testing results confirm that the environment is safe for students and staff members. In response to the developing situation, Superintendent Fred Bolden and Principal Mariann Moeschberger have emphasized that the top priority is the health and safety of the community.
During the closure, all school activities at Roxbury Elementary have been canceled. The Solon City Schools district is actively working on a plan to resume classes at an alternate location within the district to minimize disruption to students’ education.
The district has committed to maintaining open lines of communication with families as the situation progresses, ensuring that updates are provided as new information becomes available. Officials are dedicated to transparency throughout the environmental testing process, understanding the concerns of parents and guardians regarding the safety of their children.
This incident is part of a broader challenge facing many schools across the country, as aging buildings can sometimes harbor hazardous materials like asbestos. Schools are required to comply with strict regulations regarding the identification and management of asbestos to protect the health of students and staff.
As the district works diligently to assess the situation and implement necessary precautions, parents and community members have expressed their concerns over the incident. The district assures families that their questions will be addressed as more information is gathered and verified.
Officials from the Solon City Schools district have stated that safety measures and standards will be a cornerstone of their approach as they navigate this situation. Continuing dialogue with experts in environmental safety is a priority to ensure compliance with best practices in protective measures.
With the school closure extending through September 10, the Solon community remains watchful as it seeks answers regarding the safety of Roxbury Elementary. The district is committed to resolving the issue swiftly and responsibly, ensuring that children can return to a safe learning environment in due time.
The situation is ongoing, and updates are expected as testing progresses. Families and community members are encouraged to stay informed through official communications from the Solon City Schools district.
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