What does delayed opening mean in school?

Delayed School Opening: What it Means

A delayed opening for school means that the school day will begin one hour later than the usual start time. This is typically done due to inclement weather, such as snow or ice, or other safety concerns.

On a delayed opening day, students should arrive at their bus stop and homeroom one hour later than the normal time. For example, if the school normally starts at 8:00 am, on a delayed opening day it would start at 9:00 am.

Dismissal times remain unchanged on a delayed opening day. This means that students will be dismissed from school at the same time as they would on a regular school day.

Delayed openings are typically announced by the school district through local media outlets, such as television, radio, and newspapers. Schools may also send out automated phone calls or emails to parents and guardians.

It is important to check with your school district to find out their specific procedures for delayed openings.