Columbia Public Schools
 

Heat-related Dismissal Procedures
In the event of excessive heat and humidity, non-air-conditioned public schools in Columbia may be closed for partial days. The school district's intent is to have students attend school all day, but the safety and well-being of students and staff is paramount. A decision will be made in the evening prior to any heat-related closing. Appropriate news media will be notified before 10:00 p.m.

Principals and teachers will monitor closely the welfare of students during days when heat can become an issue. Water breaks will be provided and fans will be running in areas of greatest concern.

Students will be served lunch before they are dismissed.
Heat-related Dismissal Schedule
Dismissal at 11:30 a.m. Dismissal at 12:30 p.m.

Jefferson Junior High School
West Junior High School
Lee Elementary School
Midway Heights Elementary School
New Haven Elementary School
Ridgeway Elementary School
Two Mile Prairie Elementary School

The Early Childhood Centers on Waco Road and Rain Forest Parkway will dismiss at 11:30 a.m., including extended day.  No afternoon sessions will be held at those locations.
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