Why would a delayed start be announced? |
A delayed start may be announced if temporary adverse weather conditions exist in the morning, including but not limited to high winds, cold temperatures or unfavorable road conditions for morning rush hour.
A delayed start maximize instructional time with students rather than closing for the entire day; and gives the city additional time to clear roads, sidewalks and parking lots to ensure the safety of our students/staff.
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What time will start times be?
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Families will add two hours to the start of the school day at every level. NC – start 7:45 am delay 9:45 am MC – start 8:05 am delay 10:05 am Secondary – 8:00 am delay 10:00 am
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What if after the two-hour delay, I don’t feel it’s safe to take my child to school?
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If schools are open but a parent/guardian feels, based on personal circumstances, that conditions pose a safety concern for their child getting to or from school the parent/guardian can call the school for an excused absence.
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How will the 2-hour delayed start be communicated? |
· School website/Facebook/Flyer App · Local media outlets · Email to parents |
Will my child in Pre-K have school? |
Morning Pre-K and Cub Care will be canceled. |
Will my child in Kindergarten have school? |
Morning half-day and full-day kindergarten will start two hours after the normal time. |
Will breakfast be available?
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Breakfast will not be available. |
What if my child has a Zero-hour class?
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Zero-hour classes will be canceled. |
How will secondary schedule be?
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Secondary schedule will start at 3rd period (Regular or Wednesday block schedule) and continue the rest of the day as usual.
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Late-Start Tuesday |
2-hour delayed start protocol will not be utilized on Tuesday. School will either be closed or open.
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Will extracurricular activities during the day be affected?
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Activities and field trips during the school day, that require transportations, will be canceled; After-school activities will be decided by the school. |