Before deciding to close school due to extreme winter weather conditions, Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Joe Gothard consults with a variety of experts both inside and outside of the district. Our commitment is to keep families, staff and the community informed of weather-related school closings and cancellations.
SPPS continually monitor the forecast from the National Weather Service in order to make the best decision for students, staff and families. Please note that delayed start times are not logistically possible in Saint Paul Public Schools.
Families are encouraged to monitor their children’s clothing selections to make sure they are appropriately dressed for cold weather. Follow these simple guidelines.
Beginning in the 2018-19 school year, schools will keep students inside if the wind chill is expected to be colder than -10 degrees below zero.
Review several cold weather safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics on how to keep your child safe and warm.
Winter weather can create a challenging commute and dangerous conditions for students waiting for a school bus. Share these tips with your child.
Before deciding to close school due to extreme winter weather conditions, SPPS continually monitors the forecast from the National Weather Service in order to make the best decision.
Saint Paul Public Schools uses a variety of methods to inform families, staff and the community about school closures including social media, broadcast, and direct contact through email, text message and phone calls.
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