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weather1 year ago

Severe Weather Forces Gulf Coast School Closures

Several schools in the Gulf Coast region are closing early on Wednesday due to the threat of severe weather, including windy conditions, rough surf, and possible flooding. School districts such as Baldwin County, Mobile County, and Washington County are dismissing students early and canceling after-school activities and events. The closures are in response to safety concerns for students and staff traveling in potentially dangerous weather conditions.

via WKRG News 5|
#early-dismissal#gulf-coast#safety
education1 year ago

New Jersey School Districts Implement Early Dismissals for Solar Eclipse Safety

Several New Jersey school districts, including Livingston, are announcing early dismissals today due to safety concerns related to the solar eclipse. Officials are worried that unsupervised students may look up at the sun during dismissal, potentially damaging their eyes. The eclipse is expected to start around 2:10 p.m. and end at 4:36 p.m. The American Academy of Ophthalmology warns that looking at the sun without proper eye protection can cause permanent damage, including blindness.

via News 12 New Jersey|
#early-dismissal#education#eye-protection
education1 year ago

New Jersey School Districts Implement Early Dismissals for Solar Eclipse Safety

Several school districts in New Jersey, including Livingston, are announcing early dismissals today due to safety concerns related to the solar eclipse. Officials are worried that unsupervised students could potentially look up into the sun during dismissal, risking eye damage. The eclipse is expected to start around 2:10 p.m. and end at 4:36 p.m. The American Academy of Ophthalmology warns that looking at the sun without proper eye protection can cause permanent retina damage and even blindness.

via News 12 Bronx|
#early-dismissal#education#eye-protection
astronomy1 year ago

"North Jersey Schools Release Early for Eclipse Viewing"

Several North Jersey school districts are closing early on April 8 for the partial solar eclipse, which will see the moon block 90% to 95% of the sun. Peak coverage is expected at 3:24 p.m., and some districts are offering early dismissals to ensure students can safely enjoy the historic event with their families. Protective glasses, AI-projected images, and space-themed ice cream are among the measures being taken to make the eclipse experience memorable for students.

via NorthJersey.com|
#astronomy#early-dismissal#north-jersey
education1 year ago

"2024 Solar Eclipse: School Districts Prepare for Early Dismissal and Low Attendance"

Winslow Township schools in New Jersey will close early on Monday due to safety concerns about the solar eclipse, ensuring that all students are home safely and that buses will be off the road before the darkest part of the eclipse, joining a growing number of school districts announcing early dismissals and half days due to the event.

via NJ.com|
#early-dismissal#education#new-jersey
education1 year ago

"Connecticut Schools Adjust Schedule for Monday's Solar Eclipse"

Connecticut schools, including Oxford and Seymour Public Schools, will dismiss students early on Monday and cancel after-school activities due to the risk of severe eye injury from viewing the solar eclipse without special equipment. The eclipse is expected to occur between 2:15 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., and the next similar event in Connecticut is projected for 2079.

via WTNH.com|
#connecticut#early-dismissal#education
education1 year ago

"Connecticut Schools to Dismiss Early for Solar Eclipse"

Several school districts in Connecticut, including Seymour and Oxford, have announced early dismissals on the day of the solar eclipse due to safety concerns. The decision aims to protect students and staff from potential eye injury risks associated with viewing the eclipse without specialized equipment. All after school activities, athletic practices, and games during the eclipse period have been canceled, and the early dismissals provide an opportunity for students and staff to experience the eclipse with their families under safe conditions.

via Eyewitness News 3|
#connecticut#early-dismissal#education
weather1 year ago

"Severe Weather Forces School Closures and Causes Damage in Osage County"

Several school districts in Ohio, including Madison Local, Clear Fork Valley, Mapleton Local, Carrollton Exempted Village, and Conotton Valley Union, canceled classes or dismissed students early due to the risk of severe weather, tornadoes, and flooding. The decision was made in response to the forecasted severe storms, which could bring large hail, 75 mph+ wind gusts, and potential tornadoes, according to the FOX 8 weather team.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#early-dismissal#flooding#potential-tornadoes
weather1 year ago

"Alabama Schools Dismiss Early Due to Severe Weather Threat on Tuesday"

Multiple Alabama school systems have announced early dismissals for Tuesday due to the threat of severe storms, with north and north-central Alabama facing an enhanced risk of severe weather and the rest of the state also at risk. Tornadoes, high wind gusts, hail, and heavy rain are all possible, with storms expected to enter the northwest part of the state as early as 2 p.m. Tuesday and move southeastward through the afternoon and into Tuesday night.

via AL.com|
#alabama#early-dismissal#schools
education2 years ago

"Portland Metro Schools Prepare for Early Dismissal Due to Arctic Blast"

More than a dozen school districts in the Portland-metro area, including Portland Public Schools and Reynolds School District, have announced early dismissals on Friday due to anticipated rough weather. The decision was made early to allow families to plan, and afterschool programs will be closed. District leaders will meet early Friday to determine if schools will be closed for the entire day. The Reynolds School District also cited safety concerns for students and staff as a reason for the early dismissal, and is monitoring weekend weather for potential impacts on the start of next week.

via KATU|
#early-dismissal#education#portland-metro
weather2 years ago

"Portland Metro Schools Brace for Friday Arctic Blast with Early Dismissals and Closures"

Several school districts in Oregon and Washington, including Portland Public Schools, are implementing early dismissals in anticipation of an incoming winter storm bringing potential snow and ice accumulation and dangerous wind chill. Plows are on standby, and officials are urging people to stay home as the storm approaches. The decision to release students early is a precautionary measure to ensure their safety, with memories of last year's February storm prompting districts to err on the side of caution. ODOT advises people to stay off the roads to allow plows to clear them effectively.

via KOIN.com|
#early-dismissal#portland-public-schools#road-safety
education2 years ago

"Severe Weather Forces Early Dismissals and Schedule Changes at SC and AL Schools"

Several school districts in the Upstate area of South Carolina have announced early dismissals for Friday due to a strong wind advisory predicting gusts of up to 50 mph. The decision is in line with state regulations that mandate the suspension of bus operations when sustained winds are forecasted to reach 30 mph or gusts exceed 40 mph. Some districts will operate on a half-day schedule, with elementary, middle, and high schools dismissing students at different times. Afterschool activities and programs have been canceled, and parents are advised to pick up their children promptly. Other districts have announced normal schedules, but are monitoring weather conditions closely.

via WYFF4 Greenville|
#early-dismissal#education#school-districts