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Jefferson Middle School returns to its building after fire remediation
What happened
After an August 20 fire, Jefferson Middle School temporarily relocated offsite for just over a week while the building was treated, deep-cleaned and tested; students have now returned.
Why it matters to families
The fire caused a temporary disruption to school operations and required documented environmental and safety remediation before reopening.
The evidence
The September 15, 2026 board-meeting transcript states that Jefferson Middle School had a fire on August 20, that staff relocated offsite for just over a week, and that outside providers treated, deep-cleaned and tested the building to ensure it was safe before students returned. It also states that no one was hurt.
The source
School Board Meeting | September 15, 2026See the full record for Dubuque Community School District.
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