Although the decision was made early this morning to close Carroll schools for February 1, questions are already coming in about the possibility of a delay or cancellation on Wednesday, February 2. Temperatures are forecast to stay well below the freezing point throughout the day and night, causing most Texans to consider the possibility that current conditions won't improve before Wednesday, morning.
Carroll school officials continue to monitor the wintry weather conditions. Although it may seem like an easy decision, delaying or canceling school for 7,676 students and nearly 1,200 staff members is anything but easy. Although safety is a top priority, educating students is also a top priority.
Official Carroll ISD announcements are made on the district's telephone notification system, Carroll ISD's website, news media stations and MySouthlakeNews.com.
Decisions are typically made as close to 6 a.m. as possible. Local officials monitor weather forecasts, consult with area school superintendents and transportation directors and drive roads as early as 3:30-4 a.m. to test conditions. CISD has a number of staff members who live outside of our district boundaries and drive to Southlake to work. We also rely on food service workers and bus drivers who commute to our area from outlying locations.
Although the condition of major roadways and back streets are monitored, CISD also assesses the presence of ice on sidewalks and parking lots and considers current heating system issues when making final decisions. The forecast and pending temperatures are also factored into the process. Much care is taken to make a decision in the best interest of all involved, but decisions often have to be made several hours in advance of approaching weather.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to communicate important announcements regarding weather related delays and/or closings. Stayed tuned to our usual communication methods for details related to our current weather conditions.
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