Whenever possible, the Superintendent will make a decision to close schools at or before 6:00 a.m. In the event that an emergency arises making it impossible to open school, announcements will be made through local radio and television networks and our communication system as soon as possible.
Should hazardous weather or conditions within a school building develop during the school day requiring school closure before the regular dismissal time, it is essential that each pupil know what he/she is to do and where he/she is to go upon dismissal.
Every effort will be made to contact all parents before, primarily through our automated messenger system, releasing the children on such emergency occasions. To prevent confusion, parents are urged to make necessary advanced arrangements for their children
Unless employees are notified that their work schedule is changed because of adverse weather or emergency conditions, it is expected that all employees will work according to the terms of their contract.
PROCEDURES FOR EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
The Superintendent or his/her designee shall be responsible for the decision to close schools due to inclement weather or other emergencies. Whenever possible, the decision to close schools due to inclement weather will be made and communicated by 6:00 a.m. daily.
When it is necessary to close school for any emergencies the Principal will be notified and bus drivers contacted. When possible, the school messenger system will be activated to communicate emergency closing information to staff members, parents/guardians, and students. Additionally, the television and radio networks listed below will be asked to announce the time of school closing. Special circumstances such as extracurricular activities, interscholastic athletic contests, team practices and field trips will be addressed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the factors involved in the closing.
The following radio and television stations shall be asked to announce school closings for Middlesex County Public Schools.
Television Stations Radio Stations
Channel 3 WTKR Gloucester WXGM 99.1
Channel 6 WTVR Kilmarnock WKWI (BAY) 101.7
Channel 8 WRIC Tappahannock WRAR 105.5
Channel 10 WAVY Warsaw WNNT 107.5
Channel 12 WWBT Kilmarnock WIGO 104.9
Channel 13 WVEC