School Calendar & Procedures

SCHOOL CLOSING PROCEDURES DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Occasionally, it is necessary to modify the school day or close school due to inclement weather.  Please note that when Rochester public schools close OR RPS cancels transportation because of inclement weather, RCLS closes. RCLS does not implement Distance Learning days when there is inclement weather.

Please note the procedures for the following possibilities:

School is closed for the entire day:

· All local media outlets will be notified of the decision to close school by 5:30 am when possible. 

· All school related activities are canceled for the day and evening. Ex: meetings, athletic games/practices, etc.

· Clubhouse will be available from 8 am to 4 pm. Bring a lunch for your child.  

Begin the school day two hours late—this is typically called a “late start”:

· All local media outlets will be notified of the decision for a late start by 5:30 am when possible. 

· Preschool through Grade 8 students will begin at 10:30 am. Buses will run where possible and will pick up students approximately two hours later than usual. 

· Clubhouse will be available 9-10:30 am for morning care and then again from 3-6 pm for afternoon care. Post will be open from 3:10 - 5 pm.

School is dismissed early:

· If school is dismissed early, all local media outlets will be notified by 10:15 am when possible. The RCLS office will send out an email  to parents and a message will be posted on the RCLS website and social media accounts.

· Buses will run where possible.  If students cannot be bused home, parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified. 

· Parents should have a plan on file with your student’s teacher as to what options can be utilized in the event that school is dismissed early.

· Stepping Stones and POST will be closed. 

· All school related activities are canceled for the remainder of the day and evening.

NOTE:  If schools are closed by the Governor, Stepping Stones is closed.