AFC Emergency Closing of Schools July 1976

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Emergency Closing of Schools

     It is the belief of the Clay County Board of Education that schools should remain open and instruction be

provided for pupils even when only a few pupils attend. When only a few pupils are present, each can have a very

profitable day, an opportunity to which he/she is entitled.

     Students shall be sent home early when there is danger of road or weather conditions causing them to possibly

not reach home if school continued in session for the full day. Students may also be dismissed and sent home early

in case of other potentially hazardous conditions such as those listed in the County Emergency Operations Plan.

     Early dismissal of high schools and sending buses out affect all feeder schools, therefore principals shall

follow normal schedules whenever possible.

     The Superintendent shall be authorized to announce the losing of schools if prevailing or potential hazards

threaten the safety and well-being of pupils and employees. The decision to close schools shall be made by the

Superintendent after advising when administratively feasible with the Board of Education and other community

agencies responsible for the safety and well-being of the community. Public announcements and releases to the

new media shall be made by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

                        (Note: See Emergency Plan Handbook for Clay County Schools.)

 Adopted:         July 1976

 Reference:      School Laws of West Virginia, 18A-5-2; Clay County Schools Handbook

 Clay County Board of Education