When school delay or closure seems possible, due to weather related concerns, our leadership follows the protocol below to help ensure that students and staff are as safe as possible. However, when it comes to the weather, none of us can be certain how things will develop and we count on each staff member to make decisions for their own safety.
Inclement weather procedures:
If travel conditions are uncertain, transportation staff head out early in the morning to check road conditions. They are also in communication with local police departments and ODOT as needed. Staff report conditions to the Superintendent.
The Superintendent makes the decision whether to delay school, or to close school for the day.
In the event of a delay or closure, notifications are sent to staff (and students/families), posted to the school websites, and posted on Nixle. Efforts are made to get information out as early as possible.
How to stay informed:
Should I report to work?
HIGH WATER PLAN 2023-2024
Sometimes there is high water on Hwy 101, between the Hwy 26/Hwy 101 junction and the south end of Seaside, which makes it difficult to navigate this stretch of roadway. In the event of high water, staff have the option to ride a school bus to and from work.
AM - Cannon Beach to Seaside Plan
Staff may catch the Blue Bus or the Purple Bus at the Divine Grounds Espresso Stand parking area at 7:20 am. The bus will deliver them to the schools.
PM - Seaside to Cannon Beach Plan
Staff may board the Orange Bus at 2:35 pm at the elementary school or the Blue Bus at 3:35 pm at the secondary school. The buses will transport to the Divine Grounds Espresso Stand parking area.
HELPFUL RESOURCES: