The Superintendent of Schools is notified of the approach of potentially hazardous weather as early as information becomes available, sometimes the day before a storm is to arrive.

Beginning very early in the morning when inclement weather is forecast, the Superintendent is in close contact with the Supervisor of Lakeland's Transportation Department. The supervisor remains in close contact with an area weather service, highway departments and police and law enforcement agencies. Additionally, discussions are held with other school districts to assess conditions in their areas.

The Transportation Supervisor makes recommendations to the Superintendent of Schools who then makes the final decision. The decision to delay or close school is always made with the entire district in mind. The safety of our children is the primary consideration.

If possible, the initial decision is made by 5:30 am. The decision is communicated in several ways. Area radio and tv stations are notified. In addition, the decision is posted on the district website and the district notifies parents via its emergency calling system.

In some cases, the weather service may indicate a storm is expected to stop or road conditions improve later in the morning and the District may choose a delayed opening rather than immediate closing. If conditions don't improve, a further delay or closing may become necessary and that message is immediately communicated to parents and guardians.