Heat in Classrooms Demands Action | Colorado Springs News

Colorado Springs schools are battling extreme heat, with some campuses still without air conditioning despite students and teachers suffering in classrooms nearing 90 degrees. Pinello Elementary, finally cooled this summer, reports a dramatic boost in focus and comfort, while District Eleven’s older schools—like North Middle and West Campus, plus all four high schools—are forced to rely on fans, water breaks, and even outdoor classes. Teachers say kids are getting drowsy and distracted, and research confirms heat severely impacts learning and health. While other districts like Widefield and Manitou Springs move forward with bond measures, District Eleven holds hope: a $775 million November vote could bring A/C to every struggling school, including Coronado High. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/277bda5a28db3cf7