Extreme heat causing some schools to close down Monday

Massachusetts schools are preparing to feel the heat on Monday, and some are deciding to avoid it completely by canceling classes.

The trend began on Saturday when it was announced Lowell Public Schools were debating closing because of the heat.

In a letter sent out Saturday, the schools confirmed the possibility, citing predicted temperatures of 94 degrees for Monday.

The full email said:

"Good afternoon - this is the Lowell Public Schools with an important message. At this point, the predicted weather for Monday, June 18th is 94 degrees. As many know, early weather predictions often change the closer we get to the actual date. Please know, we will be monitoring the weather throughout the weekend, and a decision will be made by Sunday afternoon, regarding the status of school for Monday."

The possibility became a reality Sunday night, when it was announced the schools would be closed due to "the forecasted extreme heat conditions."

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Other schools are following suit, with Haverhill and Lawrence's schools both announcing they will operate on a half-day schedule.

Lawrence schools are taking an extra step to make their students feel more comfortable, allowing them to wear gym shorts with their uniforms.

On the other end, most schools will still have class in the heat, and some students will be taking their final exams in record-high temperatures.

Foxborough High School's sign at the front of the school said they will still have final exams from June 18 to June 22.

In a statement, Boston Public Schools said they'll be taking a close look at the temperatures on Monday.

"The Boston Public Schools is closely monitoring tomorrow’s forecast of high heat and humidity," the statement read. "We will have every school with a central air conditioning system up and running first thing tomorrow morning. We will also be routinely checking on our school buildings and distributing additional fans and extra bottled water and cups to schools as needed. We will also be advising families and school staff to ensure that their students drink plenty of fluids and use sunscreen containing an SPF-15 or higher."

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