Inclement Weather Procedures

Here is some key information families need to know:

When hazardous weather is a concern, decisions regarding schedule changes are made in the early morning, before school, when current weather conditions can be assessed.

Our main concern is the safety of our students and staff. We also believe students and families are best served when schools are open. We will always do our best to make the best decision possible, taking into account all of the factors. The Weather Team makes the decision after considering the following: 

• The condition of the school campus and the surrounding area (the elevation of the school campus can mean colder temperatures and more snow and ice which can make our lot and incoming roads untenable)

• Road conditions in Eugene

• Whether 4J is closing

• The consideration whether or not many employees would be absent from work due to weather

If conditions on campus are unsafe, we will always close. If school is canceled, then all programs, including the Robin’s Nest programs are also canceled. 

If there is a change in the school schedule, it will be announced by 6:30 a.m. The school’s website will have this notice and a text message and email via One Call Now will be sent to all school families and staff. Delayed start times will not alter school dismissal times. Be aware: It is impossible to guarantee phone and email message delivery 100% of the time, and your alert may be delayed or blocked. If you are concerned about the weather and have not received a text alert by 6:30 a.m., please check the EWS website.

If there is no announcement provided then there is not a change in the school schedule.

LTD buses may also be delayed or detoured when there is ice or snow on the ground. Detour information will be posted on the LTD website, www.ltd.org, and publicized to local news media.

Parent Choice: On any day when inclement weather is a concern and school is in session, families are encouraged to consider road conditions in their areas and make their own decisions based on safety. Please call the office if your child will be absent. Parents’ individual decisions about school attendance for this reason will be honored.