With the onset of winter, it is necessary to review our options in the event inclement weather strikes our area. There are three options available:

• Keep school open
• Implement a two-hour delay
• Close the district

Option 1: Keep School District Open

If, after consulting with representatives from our bus company and from Weather Central, it is determined that the children can be transported safely, the district will remain open.

Option 2: Implement a Two-Hour Delay

If, after consulting with representatives from our bus company and individuals from Weather Central, it is determined that we can safely transport the children if we delay school by two hours, we will do so.

Example: My child is usually picked-up at 6:15 A.M. and the radio/TV announcer said that the district has a two hour delay. Answer: Your child will be picked-up at their usual bus stop at 8:15 A.M.

School will be dismissed the usual way and time unless otherwise noted.

Option 3: Close School District

If after consulting with representatives of our bus company and individuals from Weather Central, it is determined that the road conditions are not safe for our school busses to travel, the district will cancel school. When this occurs, all extra-curriculuar activities are also canceled.

All district weather related decisions will be made by 6:00 A.M. unless a winter storm develops during the school day. This timing allows sufficient time to notify the bus drivers, employees, and the radio and television stations of our position.

The safety of the children will always be the primary factor when making these decisions. However, please keep in mind this is not an exact science. The weather and road conditions may be terrible on one end of our district and fine on the other end. There can also be times when surrounding school districts have school and we do not, or vice-versa. We ask for your patience and understanding during inclement weather.