District outlines inclement‑weather decision process: 03:30 road checks, 05:30 communications

Everett Public Schools staff presented the district’s inclement‑weather decision process, stressing safety and clear communication.

Miss Weinberg said the district relies on four steps: monitoring forecasts (including the National Weather Service), coordinating with staff, early‑morning site assessments, and timely communication. Operations staff explained that drivers conduct road and route assessments starting about 03:30AM across five microclimate regions to evaluate neighborhood streets, school parking lots and walkways. After ground checks, the superintendent makes a final call — regular schedule, two‑hour late start, or full closure — and staff aim to communicate decisions by about 05:30AM via ParentSquare, website posts, social media and local news outlets.

Staff noted the district uses an impact chart online to explain how delays or closures affect transportation, meals, athletics and before/after‑school programs, and reminded families that if they receive no message in the morning "no news is good news" (regular schedule). Presenters encouraged families to make individual safe‑choice decisions when local road conditions differ from the district decision.

Why it matters: Clear, early communication is essential for families who rely on bus schedules and before/after care. The district’s region‑by‑region assessment acknowledges varied local conditions across Everett.

Ending: Board members thanked operations staff for the presentation and requested distribution of the spotlight information to families; staff confirmed the summary is available via district communications tools.