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• Road conditions are the primary factor in deciding school closures during heavy snowfall. Monitoring of local road conditions and weather begins at 4 a.m. using the National Weather Service and radar imagery.
• We try to make delay and closure decisions by 5 a.m. to allow time for parents and staff to receive communication & plan for the day accordingly.
• A delayed start may be utilized if road conditions are expected to improve mid-morning. School will start two hours later than the normal start time at each school, and the school day will end at the usual time. Bus routes and morning pickup times follow the two-hour morning delay schedule.

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District leaders hosted two public forums this month to gather stakeholder and parent input for the upcoming Sandpoint Middle School renovation project. Thank you, community, for attending! Five themes emerged:

• Upgrade the school's outdated and inefficient mechanical systems.
• Provide safe, comfortable learning spaces.
• Improve traffic congestion for parents picking up and dropping off.
• Expand the cafeteria to accommodate all students.
• The need for soft, natural lighting to enhance mood and overall well-being.

1. Dress for the Weather: Be prepared for delays with appropriate winter clothing. Our buses always try to stay on schedule; however, delays can happen due to weather, trains, traffic and more. Consider extra layers, a hat, gloves and scarves in case there's a need to wait longer than anticipated.
2. Be Visible in the Dark: Wear reflective clothing or use flashlights during early morning bus waits to enhance visibility for both bus drivers and other traffic.
3. Choose Safe Waiting Spots: Wait in safe and visible areas at bus stops, avoiding spots behind vegetation or structures for better visibility.
4. Arrive Early: Arrive at your bus stop at least five minutes early!
5. Use Bus Handrails: When entering or exiting the bus in snowy or icy conditions, use handrails to prevent slipping on steps.

• Every year the Sandpoint Lions Club helps nearly 1,000 local children in Lake Pend Oreille School District through its Toys for Tots annual campaign.
• Applications are available until Dec 17. Toys for Tots provides toys for kids under 10 and gift certificates for ages 11 and older.
• Additionally, diapers and wipes are available for infants upon request.

You don't have to be food bank member to get a free coat. Only requirement — seeking warmth! Remember that coats are available for infants through adults, all genders!

• Plan extra travel time, walk slowly, and be cautious of ice.

• Wear waterproof boots with good traction.

• Cars can have difficulty stopping on ice and slide easier so make sure and wait for a car to pass or stop completely before stepping into the roadway.

• With fewer daylight hours, wear something bright or reflective.