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Test shows Richmond school is safe to reopen after discovery of toxic chemicals
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Pete Suratos , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Kennedy High School will reopen to students soon.
In the San Francisco area, a school closure has been resolved. Kennedy High School will reopen to students soon. This decision follows new test results indicating the campus is safe.
The school had been shut down due to toxic chemicals found underground. The West Contra Costa Unified School District received preliminary results showing varying levels of contamination. Further details on the testing and reopening are available from the school district, which announced the positive outcome at a town hall meeting, allowing students to return to class on the first day of school.
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Category: schools Published: August 13, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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