When Jesse LeGallais learned that the aging Halifax school his children attend was set to be replaced, he said it was a necessary change. 

He had concerns about various issues at St. Joseph's-Alexander McKay Elementary, such as mould, rodent problems and temperature fluctuations in the classrooms. 

However, after the school's temporary closure on Monday due to flooding in the basement and heating issues, he now finds the situation "disconcerting."

"It's not ideal would be an understatement," the p…