UPDATE Remote learning to begin soon for students impacted by Philadelphia Catholic school fire
According to Thiel, all students of the Our Mother of Consolation School have been accounted for.
Teachers with the after-school program say there were around 35 students between Pre-K and 4th grade at the school. "We had to take them across the street because the building exploded, not literally exploded, but flames suddenly started coming up," said teacher, Hailey DeMarko. "We're really grateful for everybody, like the neighbors around here. One let us all into her house. Another neighbor brought Rice Krispies Treats and juice."It's still unclear what started the fire.
"In order to provide for continued instruction, we will shift to our remote learning plan as soon as possible. We have already been in contact with senior administration from the Office of Catholic Education's elementary division. Together, we are working to identify potential locations in proximity to our parish where the children can begin attending class again in person. Our hope is to finalize those plans as soon as possible and we will update you when the picture becomes clearer.
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