The first day of school at Del Sur Elementary in Poway won’t happen as planned. Poway Unified School District found mold spores in the building and decided to delay the start until August 18 or 19 while environmental contractors complete remediation. District officials say the choice was guided by third-party experts and that safety for students and staff is the main priority. Preschool, ESS programs, and transitional kindergarten events are also postponed, so families should check their emails for updated schedules.
In a separate incident, authorities are investigating human remains found at Palomar Mountain State Park. The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department hasn’t identified the remains, and they haven’t confirmed any link to missing hiker Angelica Brophy, who disappeared in that area earlier this year. It’s a developing story, and the park remains open, but visitors are asked to stay on marked trails.
On a brighter note, San Diego County is offering free camping gear to first-time campers. The program is designed to lower the barrier to outdoor recreation, so you can borrow a tent, sleeping bags, and other essentials. Mission Bay Park also reopened its restrooms on Friday after Mayor Todd Gloria addressed the budget-cut closures that had frustrated beachgoers all summer. Have you ever tried camping before, or would free gear convince you to finally give it a shot? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
