UPDATE – The heating problem is resolved and school will reopen tomorrow, Feb. 3, 2026. Here is the update letter that Principal Kim Hutchison sent to families Monday afternoon:
Dear Delia Bolden Families,
I am happy to share that the heating issue at Delia Bolden has been fully resolved, and school will reopen tomorrow morning. We are looking forward to welcoming our students back and returning to a normal school day.
I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to our Facilities Department for their quick response and hard work in addressing the issue and restoring heat to the building. I also want to thank our teachers and staff for their flexibility, professionalism, and teamwork during an unexpected and challenging situation. In addition, I am truly grateful to our families for your partnership, patience, and support—especially in helping ensure that all students were dismissed safely to an authorized adult.
Lastly, I have to commend our students for their cooperation and positive behavior throughout a difficult and unusual day. Their calm and respectful conduct was a wonderful reflection of the caring and supportive community we share at Delia Bolden.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow morning.
Warm regards,
Ms. Hutchinson
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Delia Bolden dismissed students at 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 2, 2026 due to having no heat. The following is a letter from Superintendent of Schools Jason Bing to Delia Bolden families:
February 2, 2026
Dear Delia Bolden Elementary School Families,
There is currently no heat in Delia Bolden classrooms and students are currently safely being held in the cafeteria and the auditorium. We will have an early dismissal today beginning at 10:30 am.
Please note the following important dismissal information:
- Any changes to your child’s dismissal plan must be emailed to Mrs. Hutchinson.
- Walkers will not be released today.
- Buses will not be running.
Students must be picked up at the following entrances and you will need to sign your child out:
- Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Virginia Entrance
- 3rd–5th Grade: Ridgewood Entrance
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this may cause. Please know that our Facilities Department is working as quickly as possible to address and resolve the issue.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Jason Bing
Superintendent of Schools
Delia Bolden Elementary caregivers began lining up to pick up students ahead of the 10:30 a.m. dismissal on Monday due to a lack of heat in the building. (Photo by Bruno J. Navarro)
