Detroit Public Schools Community District has announced a three-hour early dismissal for students and school-based staff on Tuesday and Wednesday due to expected extreme heat.

A National Weather Service heat advisory will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. on Wednesday for multiple Michigan counties, including Wayne and Oakland.

Highs are expected to reach the low 90s with heat indices around 100 on both days.

District officials emphasize ongoing investment in and improvement of aging facilities while acknowledging that a long-term funding solution is still needed.

Public guidance accompanies the weather advisory, with references to general safety procedures and hospital emergency care perspectives.

Individual schools will determine after-school activities and athletics; families should contact their child’s school for specifics.

The district notes that after-school programs may be affected and advises families to check with their schools for details.

Families should reach out to their child’s school for scheduling changes and activity information.

Many pre-1970 school buildings lack central air conditioning and would require extensive upgrades, contributing to a nationwide costly modernization need.

Similar dismissals are being implemented nationwide, reflecting a broader structural challenge beyond school budgets.

Federal policy tools under the Inflation Reduction Act could help with energy-efficient HVAC upgrades, though funding remains uncertain.

Other districts continuing precautions include Hudsonville, Mendon, and Union City.