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Westwood Elementary passes environmental testing after mold issues delayed first day of school, Friendswood ISD says
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· August 14, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the situation and the return to campus can be found through Friendswood ISD, with students set to resume classes on August 24.
In a nearby school district, an issue with mold had impacted the start of the school year. Westwood Elementary was affected by the mold issues, which led to a delay in the first day of school. The school has since passed environmental testing, according to the district.
Students at Westwood Elementary are now scheduled to return to campus. Further details about the situation and the return to campus can be found through Friendswood ISD, with students set to resume classes on August 24.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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