Due to hazardous road conditions, the start of school will be delayed two hours today, Feb. 17, due to hazardous road conditions in areas of the county. This is an effort to give snowplow drivers time to clear the roads. This two-hour delay includes all bus routes, school-related events and activities. All schools will open after the two-hour delay.
We will continue to keep families informed of any change in school schedules through our emergency notification system. For updates, please check your phone, email, visit our website at durangoschools.org, or call the District Information Line at (970) 375-3811
RECEIVING MESSAGES
To receive Snow Day/Snow Delay and emergency messages:
- Make sure your contact information is correct in Infinite Campus: https://durangoco.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/durango.jsp
- To receive phone calls: Call (855) 502-7867 from the phone line you wish to receive calls and follow the prompts.
- To receive text messages: Text START to "60680" from the phone you wish to receive texts.
- Note that if you opt out by typing "STOP" to any emergency message from the district, you will no longer receive any messages.
SNOW DAY/DELAY DECISIONS
We understand that Snow Delays are a disruption of routine that affects many people. We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding that winter weather is unpredictable in our region. Decisions around Snow Delays are made using a comprehensive strategy. Here are some resources to understand the district’s decision-making process:
- Snow Day Timeline: This infographic explains when and how the decision is made:
- https://infogram.com/snow-day-timeline-1hdw2jp9m13lj2l?live
- Snow Day FAQs: This document answers common questions about the process:
- https://www.durangoschools.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=991825&type=d&pREC_ID=2401345
- Learn more: What to expect on Snow Days: https://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1825923
– Durango School District Administration