Snow Day, Delay and Early Closing Information
When there is inclement or forecasted inclement weather, the decision to close school, delay opening or dismiss early is based on travel conditions and weather predictions to ensure the safety of all students and staff.When schools are closed because of weather conditions or other emergencies, announcements are sent on ParentSquare and posted on the district website. Other emergency conditions, such as impending storms, may require students to be dismissed before regular school closing time. Early closing/dismissal announcements are also sent through ParentSquare and posted on the district website.
While emergency closings are also shared with local media, district communications are the first and best source of information.
Update Contact Information
The district uses ParentSquare to notify parents, guardians and staff of emergency school closings, delays and early dismissals. The system sends automated notifications based on the contact information listed in SchoolTool, the district's student data management system, and ParentSquare user preferences. Contact your student’s school to request changes to your email address or phone number in SchoolTool. These changes can take up to 24 hours to process and update.Community Alerts
Grandparents and others can sign up for emergency alerts on ParentSquare by going to https://bit.ly/3UdTk3d.Transportation
Ensure arrangements are in place for early dismissal situations. Please inform your student’s school.
Website
All emergency notifications are posted on the district website at www.nscsd.org. Parents and guardians should rely on the district website and ParentSquare as the primary sources of information.News Media
The district notifies local news media of closings, delays and event cancelations as a backup to notifications and website announcements. We recommend first checking the district website and then multiple media sources when it comes to weather-related announcements. This is particularly true in situations that involve power outages, which can impact the district’s ability to send electronic notifications.The following local TV and radio stations are typically notified of emergency communications for North Syracuse Central School District: Spectrum News (Channel 10), WSTM/WTVH (TV 3/5), WSYR 9 (TV 9) and 570 WSYR (AM Radio).
Breakfast Service During Delays
During 2-hour delayed openings school breakfast WILL NOT be served and families should ensure that their child eats before arriving at school.YMCA Childcare at Elementary Schools
When after school activities are canceled, YMCA childcare programs at NSCSD elementary schools have permission to remain open. In the event of an early dismissal/school closure, all buildings in the NSCSD must be closed and YMCA programs are also canceled at the same determined time. It is recommended that parents with children in a YMCA program check directly with the organization with any questions.
When there is inclement or forecasted inclement weather, the decision to close school, delay opening or dismiss early is based on travel conditions and weather predictions to ensure the safety of all students and staff. Unless otherwise noted, all scheduled activities at all district schools are canceled on the days school is closed or closes early.