School Closing Information

During the school year, there may be times when our schools are unexpectedly closed. In most cases, school closures are the result of weather related conditions. Frankfort School District 157-C has developed guidelines pertaining to these closures. Please be assured that the safety of all children is our top priority when making a decision to close or alter the school day.

School Closing Notification

In the event of a closing, the district will contact parents using text, voicemail, and email communications. The website will have on-screen alerts and district social media pages will also report the closing.

This information can also be located on the District website, as well as the Television and Radio stations listed below.

If any parent is uncertain about the emergency closing they may call the school their child attends.

Parents are automatically signed up to receive emergency emails and phone calls. To receive text messages, text "YES" to 67587 using the cell phone on file with the district. Once enrolled, parents will continue to receive text messages until opting out.

Radio

WGN 720
WBBM 780

Television

CBS Channel 2
NBC Channel 5
ABC Channel 7
WGN Channel 9
FOX Channel 32
CLTV News

Web

Making the Decision

The Superintendent determines when and if conditions warrant the closing of school and shift to e-learning. The National Weather Service www.weather.gov will be the primary meteorological source to determine and declare weather conditions such as snow forecasts, extreme cold warnings and cold weather advisories.

During periods of inclement weather or in emergency situations, the safety and welfare of our students and staff are our first priority. At the same time, to avoid disruption to learning and schedules, we make every effort to keep the school open or revert to e-learning when appropriate. Here are the primary factors considered when making the decision to close school and shift to e-learning:

The safety and well-being of students and staff
The severity of the weather (wind chill, heavy snow, etc.)
Time of the weather events
The ability of buses and cars to travel safely
The operable condition of our buildings

Severe Cold

Extreme Cold Warning and Cold Weather Advisory

A decision regarding school closure during a cold weather event will be made by the superintendent when the National Weather Service forecasts temperatures of -25° Fahrenheit and colder.

To learn more, please click the link to visit Understanding Cold Weather Alerts from the National Weather Service.

Family Discretion

Whenever a decision is made to cancel school or alter the school day, it is based on the general safety conditions for all students and staff. The District recognizes that conditions may vary for each individual student or family. If school is open and you feel it is unsafe to send your child to school, please keep your student home and contact the school office.

The safety of our students is very important. We ask that children keep from playing in snow banks along the road. Large piles of snow may be enticing but children may tumble onto the road in front of buses, cars or snow plows.

E-Learning

If the superintendent calls for an e-learning day, then students will attend school virtually. Please see the FSD 157-C e-Learning Plan for details.