Closings and Delays

When the district must delay or close because of an emergency or inclement weather, notification will be made via direct communication and will be on local radio/television stations:

Information will also be  posted at the top of the WPCSD Home Page.

Notifications of School Delays/Closings will be sent through our messaging notification system.
Information will also still be available on local TV and radio stations.
Please be sure we have current phone information for you to receive automated texts and calls.
To update your contact information, call 692-8269.

Each time a decision is made about a delay or a cancellation, there are many factors we take into account regarding the safety and well-being of our entire school community. The decisions are made to make them in as timely a fashion as is possible  in order for families to make the necessary accommodations.

PLEASE HAVE A PLAN IN PLACE FOR DELAYS, CLOSINGS AND EARLY RELEASES.

The following are general guidelines that are followed when determining a delay, early release or closure:

For snow, ice or other weather-related delays. we monitor current and forecasted conditions. In addition to weather conditions, we take into account the ability of the county and local towns to plow and make roads passable. We also need to assure that our buses are ready and parking lots and sidewalks are cleared. The district communicates with neighboring districts, officials and meteorologists in order to make the most appropriate decision.

If school is delayed or closed, we make every effort to provide notification by 6 a.m. the day of the closing. In extreme weather conditions, we may make a determination the prior evening. When school is closed due to inclement weather, all extracurricular programs and school meetings are cancelled (with the possible exception of a board of education meeting). For an early release, we contact families as soon as possible.

• ONE & TWO HOUR DELAYS - Bus pick up and school start times will occur one or two hours later than the normal times.  Breakfast will be served on days where there is a one and two hour delay.