Emergency
District Emergency Protocols
Weather Delays / Closings
The decision to change school schedules is made after careful review of information collected from the Suffield Police, Town Public Works, school maintenance departments, and our transportation company. Road conditions, sidewalk status, precipitation, temperatures and forecasts are all considered when making a determination to delay or close school. In some circumstances, a delay may be upgraded to a school closing. Information related to delayed openings and school closures is also broadcasted on the television stations below, typically by 5:30 a.m. As always, the safety of our children is the priority factor in all decision making.
| Television |
|---|
| WFSB |
| Channel 22 News |
| WVIT |
School Messenger Alerts
The District uses an electronic communication system called SchoolMessenger to manage notifications. The system is used to send emails and texts about school closings/delays. It is also used to make phone calls, email and texts for unusual circumstances and emergencies alerts.
Early Closing and Delayed Opening Schedule
| Early Closing Time | Delayed Opening Time (2 Hour) | Delayed Opening Time (3 Hour) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffield High School | 10:45 am | 9:30 am | 10:30 am |
| Suffield Middle School | 10:45 am | 9:30 am | 10:30 am |
| McAlister Intermediate School | 11:50 am | 10:35 am | 11:35 am |
| A. Ward Spaulding School | 11:50 am | 10:35 am | 11:35 am |