If it is determined that conditions will improve sufficiently to allow for the arrival of staff and students, the Superintendent may authorize a one and one-half hour delay in the start of the school day. This alternative to closing schools permits greater flexibility in meeting the 180 day minimum session requirement.

A delayed opening means the following:

1. Classes will start one and one-half hours later than normal (see details below) and transportation will be provided one and one-half hours later than normal pickup for all district and private schools.
2. Staff, with the exception of Buildings and Grounds and custodial personnel, will report as soon after normal arrival time as possible, but no later than the delayed starting time noted below.
3. In the event of a delayed opening, the snow emergency telephone chain will be activated in the same way it would be if schools were to be closed for the day.