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Throughout the course of the school year, there will likely be times that the Keystone Oaks School District may need to delay or close school due to poor weather conditions. While we understand that school closures and delays can greatly impact families, the top priority is always the safety of our students and staff.
The decision to open or close school is based on:
The superintendent is responsible for the final decision, based on the above factors and recommendations from transportation providers and local police departments. Every effort is made to make the decision as soon as possible.
In the event of a school closure or delay, students, staff, and community members will receive an email, text message or app notification, and a phone call via ParentSquare.
The District will post the announcement on the District website, Facebook and Instagram. You can also tune in to KDKA-TV, WTAE-TV, and WPXI-TV.
Keep in mind that even if weather conditions worsen, the decision to delay or cancel school cannot be reversed in the morning without jeopardizing the safety of the students. Once the decision is made to open the schools, many parents rely on the decision and leave for work.
For students that attend Parkway West Career & Technical Center:
If you do not feel as though it is safe for your child to attend school, use your best judgement on whether he or she should attend. Also, please discourage teenagers from driving in bad conditions.