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Inclement Weather Policy

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At Keeneyville District 20, we strive to maintain regular school operations throughout the winter.  However, if severe weather impacts our schedule, our top priority remains the safety of our students and staff. We will notify families promptly about any changes in school schedules.

​Decision-Making Process for Emergency Closures

District 20's decision to close school due to weather is made carefully, focusing on the safety of our students and staff. We aim to make timely, well-informed decisions and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s safety.

Several factors influence our decision-making:

  • Weather Conditions: We monitor current and forecasted weather, including snow, ice, temperature, and wind chill, which directly impact students waiting at bus stops or walking to school.
  • Collaboration with Local Districts: We collaborate with Lake Park High School and the elementary feeder districts to share information and make decisions.
  • School Operations: Our team evaluates building conditions to ensure working heat, electricity, and safe parking lots.
  • Transportation Safety: We assess the operability of buses and the safety of roadways using local weather and traffic reports.

School Closure:  eLearning Day or Snow Day?

When winter weather strikes, several factors influence whether we will use an eLearning Day or declare a traditional snow day.  Key considerations include the timing and type of the weather event and whether staff have sufficient time to prepare materials and distribute technology devices. While the district has the ability to implement eLearning Days, this does not mean they will always be used during severe weather. 

The Superintendent may determine that an emergency day (“snow day”) is more appropriate based on the specific circumstances, which may include the day of the week, the time of day the decision is made, the type of emergency, or whether one school is impacted (e.g., a power outage or water main break at an individual school).

If severe weather is forecasted, we may proactively send home devices and materials to prepare for a possible eLearning Day. However, this does not guarantee that eLearning will occur, and we encourage parents to monitor text and email updates for the final decision. In some cases, in-person school may continue as scheduled if conditions improve.

District Notifications:  What to Expect

In the event of a weather-related change or emergency closure, Keeneyville District 20 will notify families and staff using ParentSquare. Notifications will be sent via text, email, and phone using the contact information you have provided in Skyward/ParentSquare. Please ensure that your contact details are current to stay informed.

It is important to note that the district does not send notifications for every snow forecast. If you don’t hear from us, school will proceed normally, and your child should attend as usual.

In the case of a closure, updates will also be shared in the following locations:

District 20’e eLearning Plan

The Keeneyville School District eLearning Plan allows us to implement a full remote learning day for our students if needed, including synchronous and asynchronous instruction.  D20’s e-Learning Day would look similar to how our “remote days” first looked during the pandemic. There would be morning and closing meetings with attendance check-ins. Teachers will give instructions for learning activities at home, including using online apps such as MobyMax, Seesaw, AMIRA, and Waggle. Students and parents can contact their teachers via email, Seesaw, and Google Classroom throughout the day.  Full details and instructions for your child’s specific classroom will be provided if there is an eLearning Day.

 

Thank you for helping us to stay prepared and informed!