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A frequently asked question is how we determine school closings for inclement weather. Snow/ice and extreme cold are the two most common reasons for closings.
Snow/ice on the roads closings are determined on a case by case basis considering the timing of the storm, snow depth, drifting, etc. and how safely we can transport students to and from school and the ability of employees to travel. If it is determined that transportation will be too difficult, schools will be closed.
For extreme cold, we use information from the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan. The National Weather Service wind chill warning is a key factor that we consider. The National Weather Service issues a wind chill warning when the wind chills hit -35 below. If there are low wind chills combined with other weather concerns then we consider all factors to determine if schools will be closed.
If schools are closed, it will be announced via Skylert message, on the district webpage, and on Facebook pages. Local radio and TV stations are also notified. Parents have the right to keep their children home if they do not want them to go outside.
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