As we head into the winter months, it's important to be prepared for the possibility of school closures due to inclement weather. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are always our top priority. In the event of severe weather conditions, such as heavy snowfall, ice storms, or extreme cold, the school district may need to make the decision to close school.
How will I know if school is closed?
We understand that school closures can disrupt your daily routines, so we strive to provide timely and accurate information. In the event of a closure, we will use multiple communication channels to notify you:
Phone and Email Notification: School families will immediately receive phone and email notifications based on the contact information in our Skyward student information system.
School Website: Watch the district the website for the latest information.
District App: The district app will push out notifications to subscribers.
Local News Outlets: We will notify local television and radio stations.
How is the decision made?
This decision is made in consultation with other area superintendents, Ingham Intermediate School District, Ingham County Road Commission, and area safety personnel, such as Meridian Township Police and Michigan State Police.
What are some of the reasons school might close?
- Temperature/Wind Chill: If the outside temperature or wind chill are 20 degrees or more below zero, school is automatically closed.
Road Conditions are Unsafe: If the closing of school is a consideration, the Director of Facilities begins traveling the roads early in the morning to help determine if road conditions make travel unsafe for district buses, parents, and students.
Stay Safe: Every district ultimately makes an independent decision to close school. Neighboring districts may be closed while we remain open, as road conditions vary depending on the rural or urban nature of each district. As a parent/guardian, you may not always agree with our decision; however, please know if you believe conditions are not safe, it is always your right to keep your child home.
Remember:
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of our school community. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the school office.
To establish a Skyward Family Access account:
- From the district website click on "For Parents."
- Complete request form for "Family Access," and submit.
- Once your account is created, log in and click on the Skylert link.
