In a statement issued on Tuesday (15) the Cayman Islands Ministry of Education issued a statement informing us that the new Clifton Hunter High School in North Side was experiencing issues with the a/c system and repairs were underway. However, in order to carry out the repairs at the state-of-the-art facility, the air-conditioning system had to be turned off in four of the buildings on the site. The Lady Slater academy and the technology, performing arts and administration buildings all lost air conditioning throughout the day but the system was turned back on Tuesday afternoon in the performing arts building.

“We have been informed that repair work needed to return cooling to the remaining two buildings may take several days,” officials stated. “During this time, students and staff may experience higher than normal temperatures, but conditions at the school are being closely monitored and steps are being taken to ensure that the environment is safe.“

The ministry said it would provide updates to parents, students and staff as additional information becomes available.