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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Elwood Community Schools students are getting a short fall break after computer network problems forced the district to cancel classes through Wednesday.

“We recently experienced a computer network outage that impacted our ability to access certain systems. We immediately secured the network and began working with our IT staff and third-party computer specialists to investigate the incident,” ECS Superintendent Dr. Troy Friedersdorf said in a Sunday evening Facebook post.

Friedersdorf would not confirm whether the network disruption was caused by a cyber attack, but said a number of services were affected.

“Our team is working hard to minimize service disruption where possible. Unfortunately, we are unable to continue with in-person training as many of our functions: door locking system, telephone system, camera system and HVAC systems are currently affected.”

There will be no e-learning on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Pre-K classes have been canceled and the Hinds Career Center is also closed.

“As our investigation and recovery efforts continue, we are unable to provide additional information at this time. We greatly appreciate the patience, understanding and support shown by the vast majority of you,” Friedersdorf wrote on Facebook.

Friedersdorf says parents with questions can email him directly at [email protected].