After a tornado damaged Walt Disney Elementary School, Alvin ISD is preparing a temporary facility for over 500 displaced students and teachers. The former school building on Rosharon Road will serve as their base when classes resume after the winter break on January 7, as mentioned by KHOU 11.
Alvin ISD Chief Communications Officer Renae Rives reassured the community, saying, "We’re prepared for that and ready to go," as the district refurbishes the school on Rosharon Road and expands resources for the growing student population. The librarian is setting up the library to welcome students and staff. Meanwhile, Pearland organized a school supply drive with donations of notebooks, snacks, and other items for those impacted. Pearland Mayor Kevin Cole called the effort "Brazoria County strong, neighbor helping neighbor," according to KHOU 11.
Superintendent Carol Nelson praised the swift action in securing supplies to minimize disruptions, ensuring students and teachers could return to stable classes. Transportation logistics were smoothly handled, and collaboration with neighboring districts helped with the transition. As rebuilding efforts for Walt Disney Elementary continue, Alvin ISD remains focused on the long-term well-being and education of its students, as reported by Click2Houston.
