Due to a Cold Weather Advisory issued by the National Weather Service, Clovis Municipal Schools (CMS) will operate on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Wind chills are expected to drop to -10°F, posing risks of frostbite or hypothermia if proper precautions are not taken.
This delay is intended to protect students who walk to school or wait at bus stops, allowing time for temperatures to improve and ensuring that school buildings are fully prepared to welcome students and staff.
Important Details About the Delay:
School Start Times: All school start times will shift forward by two hours.
Bus Schedules: Morning bus pick-up times will also shift forward by two hours.
Example: A 7:00 a.m. bus will arrive at 9:00 a.m.
Student Arrival: Students normally dropped off at 7:30 a.m. should arrive at 9:30 a.m.
A.M. 3Y Preschool: Canceled due to the delayed schedule.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch will be served as usual.
Cold Weather Safety Reminder
Families should ensure that students dress in warm layers, including hats, gloves, and scarves, to protect against extreme cold.
For District Employees:
Maintenance and custodial staff are to report at regular time to prepare buildings for entry.
District administrators, supervisors are to report within 45 minutes of their normal start time in order to have staff present in the buildings in the event students arrive early.
All other District staff are to report according to the 2-hour delay.
For additional information about inclement weather procedures, visit: https://www.clovis-schools.org/page/inclement-weather or follow CMS on social media for updates.