News Summary Aptos High School has canceled classes due to a prolonged power outage linked to the school’s equipment. The outage began on Saturday, disrupting normal operations. While backup generators were used initially, full classes were not possible by Wednesday. Pacific Gas and Electric crews investigated the outage, confirming it was not caused by their system. The Pajaro Valley Unified School District is now managing repairs, but no precise timeline for restoration is available. Families are seeking updates amidst ongoing disruptions to school schedules. Aptos, California — School Closure Due to Power Outage Linked to School Equipment Aptos High School in Aptos, California, canceled classes on Wednesday morning following a persistent power outage that began over the weekend. The outage, which started on Saturday, has disrupted regular school operations and prompted response efforts from utility and district officials. Timeline of Events and Response Efforts The school initially faced the outage over the weekend, and by Monday, operations had shifted to backup power, with the school running on generators to facilitate ongoing classes. However, by Wednesday, the situation prompted the district to cancel all morning classes as repair and investigation efforts continued. Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) crews responded swiftly to the outage, examining the utility infrastructure to identify the root cause. PG&E officials confirmed that the power interruption was caused not by their system but related to the school’s own equipment. The company was able to isolate the school from its network, successfully restoring power to nearby areas and other customers in the region. Details of the Power Issue and Repairs Despite PG&E’s efforts, the exact cause of the school’s power failure remained unconfirmed at the time of the report. The Pajaro Valley Unified School District has engaged contractors to handle the repair of the school’s equipment, which is believed to be behind the outage. The district has also accepted support offered by PG&E to assist with repairs. As the repairs are underway, there is no clear timeline for when power will be fully restored or when students might return to regular classes. District officials have not yet decided whether classes will be canceled again on Thursday. Families are left awaiting updates, with many concerned about the ongoing delays and disruption to the school schedule. Impact on School Operations Prior to the outage, Aptos High School held classes normally on Monday and Tuesday. The unexpected power outage has caused a significant disruption, leading the district to prioritize getting the school back online as quickly as possible. School officials have indicated that resolving the issue is more complex than initially anticipated, with staff anticipating greater challenges as repair efforts continue. Additional Outages and Context This particular outage at Aptos High School is unrelated to a separate incident affecting nearly 1,300 PG&E customers later in the county, specifically in Mid and South Santa Cruz. The district and PG&E are working together to resolve the school’s power issues, but no timetable has yet been provided for a return to normal school operations. Current Status and Future Outlook The district remains hopeful that repairs will be completed swiftly, allowing students to resume classes soon. The school district and PG&E continue to monitor the situation closely, prioritizing safety and a quick resolution to minimize further disruption. Overall, the incident highlights ongoing challenges with maintaining stable power infrastructure and the importance of prompt response efforts to mitigate impacts on school schedules and student learning. District officials and utility crews are coordinating efforts to restore full functionality and provide timely updates to families and staff. Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic HERE Resources Additional Resources Santa Cruz Sentinel: Classes Canceled at Aptos High School Wikipedia: Aptos, California KION 546: Aptos High Cancels Classes Due to Power Outage Google Search: Power Outage in Aptos California KSBW: Power Issues Lead to Class Cancellation at Aptos High School Google Scholar: Aptos High School Power Outage Pajaronian: Aptos Football Players in Hot Water Encyclopedia Britannica: Aptos California Pajaronian: Aptos High Teachers and Students Decry Possible Layoffs Google News: Aptos High School
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