🏫 Summary:
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has approved a $604 million reconstruction plan to rebuild Topanga Elementary and Palisades Charter High School after they were severely damaged in the 2022 Palisades fire. The project aims to create modern, fire-resilient facilities while restoring critical educational services for the affected communities.
🔑 Key Points:
- The $604 million budget will cover the complete reconstruction of the two schools.
- Topanga Elementary and Palisades Charter High were heavily damaged in the wildfire.
- Funding comes from a combination of state and local bond measures.
- New buildings will meet modern safety and environmental standards, including wildfire resistance.
- Construction is expected to begin in 2026, with completion targeted for 2029.
- LAUSD aims to ensure that displaced students have continued access to quality education during construction.
