Dear School District of Philadelphia Families,
The Philadelphia region continues to experience higher-than-normal temperatures. While the District has made significant progress toward ensuring our schools are adequately cooled to provide safe and comfortable learning environments, some schools still have inadequate cooling systems. Here’s what you need to know:
Early Dismissal Schedule Notice
The 52 schools listed below will operate on an early dismissal schedule tomorrow, Thursday, September 3.
- Early childhood programs located within these schools will also follow the early dismissal schedule.
- Families are encouraged to plan accordingly, and schools will communicate any additional details regarding dismissal times and student pickup procedures.
- We encourage students to wear lightweight clothing, bring a water bottle, and stay hydrated throughout the day.
After-School Activities
All in-person after-school activities scheduled for these 52 schools on Thursday are canceled.
Additional Family Support
We recognize that unexpected shifts to early dismissals can create challenges for families. Please visit phila.gov for information about food and meal distribution resources. Call 1-833-PHL-HOPE for free counseling and emotional support services for students and families.
Questions?
Please contact your child’s school through ClassDojo, Google Classroom, or the Parent & Family Portal.
While we know that in-person learning is the best environment for students, the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our top priority. Thank you for your flexibility and partnership. Please take care, stay cool, and stay safe.
Sincerely,
Oz Hill
Deputy Superintendent of Operations
The School District of Philadelphia
SCHOOL PROGRAMS SHIFTING TO EARLY DISMISSAL ON Sept 3, 2026
- AMY Northwest
- Bache-Martin*
- Blaine, James*
- Building 21
- Catharine, Joseph*
- Comegys, B.
- Comly, Watson
- Cooke, J.
- Crossan, Kennedy
- Disston, Hamilton**
- Dunbar, Paul**
- Emlen, Eleanor*
- Fell, D Newlin
- Fox Chase
- Franklin, Ben HS
- Girard, Stephen
- Harding, Warren
- Henry, Charles
- Hill-Freedman
- Hopkinson, Francis
- Houston, Henry
- Howe, Julia
- Jenks, Abram
- Jenks, John S
- Lamberton*
- Lingelbach, Anna
- Loesche*
- Ludlow, James
- McCloskey, John
- McClure, A.*(**)
- McMichael, M.*
- Mitchell, Weir
- Moore, J. Hampton
- MYA
- Olney Elementary
- Overbrook ES
- Parkway West
- Patterson, John*
- Rhawnhurst*
- Rowen, William
- Roxborough HS
- Sayre, William
- Sharswood, George*
- Sheppard, Issac
- South Phila. HS*
- Spring Garden
- Spruance, Gilbert*
- Sullivan, James
- Tilden, William**
- The U School
- Wagner, Gen. Louis
- Washington, Martha
(*) Schools have PreK/Head Start on-site.
(**) Schools are ED/EY schools.