MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- Michigan City Area Schools report that multiple school buses had their catalytic converters stolen Monday night.

The entire district is now on an e-learning day while the schools continue to assess how many buses were impacted.

MIchigan City Area Schools released the following statement via Facebook:

"Early this morning, our transportation staff discovered that a large number of Michigan City Area Schools buses had been vandalized. All schools will operate on an asynchronous eLearning day today, Tuesday, August 19.

• Secondary students will receive assignments online from their teachers.
• Elementary students without devices should complete homework previously sent home. Additional assignments will be provided once students return in person.
• Little Wolves Early Learning Center will be closed.

We are working closely with the Michigan City Police Department as they investigate this incident. We will provide an update later when we have more information on how it may affect operations for the remainder of the week.

We know this sudden change is disruptive, and we appreciate your patience and support as we work through this unexpected situation."