All of the Benjamin Logan School buildings will be in session Thursday, April 16, district officials announced, after storm damage closed the elementary school Wednesday, April 15.  

“After continued assessment of storm damage, we are confident that it is safe for all students and staff to return,” district officials said Wednesday afternoon. 

The impact from the Tuesday evening storms across Benjamin Logan’s campus was significant. At Benjamin Logan Elementary, sections of the roof were damaged, which led to water intrusion and interior damage in the building.  

Additional damage across campus included: 
• Debris scattered across school grounds; 
• Outdoor structures and equipment displaced; 
• Athletic facility damage, including lighting and fencing; 
• A school bus overturned near a barn; and  
• Utility poles snapped due to high winds.  
 
The stadium is currently off-limits for safety reasons, officials noted Wednesday.  

“Maintenance crews have been working continuously to assess damage and begin repairs. We are grateful for the contractors, staff and community members who stepped in immediately to help stabilize the situation. 
 
“Because of these efforts, the remainder of the district was able to open on a two-hour delay (on Wednesday).” 
 
Logan County EMA was on-site at Benjamin Logan Schools Wednesday, and assessments are ongoing. 
 
The National Weather Service is currently working to determine the cause of this significant storm. 

The storm clean-up and investigation also brought a teachable moment for sophomore Noah Dye, who has a strong interest in weather patterns. He had the unique opportunity to meet the Warning Coordination Meteorologist Brandon Peloquin from the National Weather Service in Wilmington.  

“Experiences like this turn real-world events into meaningful learning that students will never forget,” district officials said.