An increasing number of school districts are starting their academic year in July or August. This shift heightens the possibility of students facing high temperatures during school activities.
July 27, 2026, 9:15 p.m. EDT
A playground for younger children in Lansing, Michigan, captured the reality of early school starts. (Photo by Nick King, Lansing State Journal, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
By Allison Poulos and Jennifer Vanos, The Conversation
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In July 2026, Phoenix experienced temperatures reaching 117 degrees Fahrenheit, or 47 degrees Celsius. Despite the extreme heat, children there continued with their routine activities. They walked to and from school, participated in recess, and attended baseball practice outdoors.
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