At Kimberly School District, the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. When weather conditions have the potential to impact the school day, we carefully evaluate multiple factors before making decisions regarding closures, delays, or other schedule changes.

We understand these decisions affect families and are never made lightly. To help our community better understand the process, we've outlined how weather-related decisions are made and how families will be notified.

How We Make the Decision

The Night Before

• We monitor multiple weather forecasts and assess storm severity and timing.
• Key roads are driven to anticipate conditions for the following morning.
• We coordinate with neighboring districts and local agencies to gather real-time information.

Early Morning (Beginning at 4:00 AM)

• The Superintendent and Transportation Director drive district routes to evaluate road and visibility conditions firsthand.
• Maintenance crews begin clearing sidewalks, parking lots, and drop-off areas.
• We consult with law enforcement, county road departments, and area superintendents.

Decision Timeframe

• Whenever possible, a final decision is made by 6:30 AM.
• This ensures bus routes, nutrition services, staff planning, and family preparation can occur with adequate notice.

Early Dismissals

• Early release is used only in extreme circumstances, as it can create supervision and safety challenges for many families.

How You’ll Be Notified

When a closure or delay is necessary, KSD will communicate through:

• The district all-call system (phone, text, and email)
• The district website
• District social media channels
• Local radio and television stations

To ensure you receive timely updates, please make sure your contact information is accurate by contacting your child’s school office.