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Washington Elementary in Janesville Closes Indefinitely After Flooding

The closure triggers repairs, assessments, then temporary placement for roughly 400 children.

Overview

  • Video shows water breaching a cafeteria door at Washington Elementary and flooding multiple rooms, with water rising several feet.
  • The School District of Janesville said the campus will stay closed for the foreseeable future as crews assess damage.
  • The district reported significant damage to the kitchen, lunchroom, art room, mechanical systems, and several classrooms.
  • About 400 students are displaced, and classes are canceled for the rest of the week.
  • Superintendent Mark Holzman thanked custodial staff for preparing buildings for learning and highlighted community offers of childcare and other help.