3 Detroit Public Schools closed to students on Thursday

School officials: Mechanical problems to blame

DETROIT – Three Detroit Public Schools will be closed for students on Thursday, Jan. 24th.

School officials say mechanical problems are to blame for the closers.

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Schools effected:

  • Emerson Elementary
  • Golightly Education Center
  • Palmer Park Preparatory Academy
  • Westside Academy Alternative Education

All school-based instructional staff members are asked to report to work unless notified by the district.

DPS officials say the buildings have sufficient heat for staff activities.