Sinagua Middle School to Open Monday After Classroom Fire

A small fire at Sinagua Middle School on Friday morning prompted officials from the Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) to address safety measures ahead of the new school year. Despite the incident, the school is set to open as scheduled on Monday, August 14, 2023.

The fire, which originated in a classroom, was swiftly contained and extinguished without any injuries reported. However, the incident activated the school’s sprinkler system, resulting in water damage to parts of the building. FUSD communicated these developments in an announcement sent out on Friday afternoon, reassuring parents and students that appropriate classroom arrangements would be made before the first day of school.

In response to the fire, the district has indicated that some classrooms will undergo rearrangements to mitigate any lingering effects. The safety and well-being of students remain a top priority as the school prepares to welcome its community back for the academic year.

Officials have not disclosed the specific extent of the water damage or the timeline for repairs. Nonetheless, the prompt actions taken by the school’s staff and fire response teams ensured that the situation was handled effectively, allowing for minimal disruption to the school’s operations.

As students prepare to return, FUSD is committed to providing a safe and conducive learning environment. Parents are encouraged to reach out to the school for any additional information regarding the upcoming school year and how the district is addressing the aftermath of the fire.