Currently there are no emergencies to report for Woodinville High
School. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the main
office at 425.408.7400. |
Preparing for Winter Storms
Vehicle disaster preparedness kit: Snow and Ice Bulletin
» Emergency Info:
Emergencies such as snow, ice, thawing roads, power outages and other weather problems can alter school schedules and affect bus transportation for students, whether the situation involves a late-morning start or an early dismissal. Early dismissals due to power outages, snow, etc. will occur only if delay in dismissal significantly increases hazards. In the event an early dismissal is required, it is important that you have a plan for your child(ren). Announcements On The Radio Most radio stations, particularly those listed below, will broadcast information regarding operation of Northshore Schools during inclement weather because all school districts participate in a computerized notification system. Since conditions vary from one school district to another, it is very important that you listen for mention of Northshore School District #417. Radio stations provide school information on a continuing basis from about 6 a.m. If weather conditions deteriorate.
If Northshore is not mentioned during the newscast, it means the schools are open, with buses operating as normally as possible. Please do not call schools or radio stations. If Northshore is mentioned during the newscast, one of the following situations will be announced: » "Northshore secondary schools will open one hour late, and elementary schools will open one and one-half hours late. " This means secondary school buses will start their routes one hour late, using the margin of time to chain up if necessary, complete their secondary runs, and begin the elementary school runs. Elementary buses should arrive at bus stops about 1 1/2 hours later than usual. When schools open late, there will be no Head Start, elementary band, orchestra, zero-period classes, preschool classes or morning kindergarten. » "All Northshore schools are closed." This means no classes in the Northshore School District will be in session for that day. There will be no after-school activities, including athletic events, and no Head Start classes, elementary band or elementary orchestra. » "Northshore schools will open on time, but buses will operate on Limited Routes." This means buses will operate on skeletal routes, using major arterials which have been cleared or plowed. Send your children to areas previously designated by the bus drivers for limited pick-up. Drivers instruct students early in the school year about these pick-up locations. If it is apparent that buses cannot travel the normal routes through your area, even though no announcement has been made, send your children to the limited-route, pick-up site. (See below for roads that will not be used when Limited Routes are in effect). » "All Northshore schools are open, but there is no bus transportation." This means classes will be in session, but there will be no bus service available that day. Students must rely on private vehicles. This happens only rarely when a prolonged freeze is followed by a quick thaw. The county may then close soft roads to heavy vehicles. Announcements On The Internet You will find Snow/Ice/Emergency reports on the Internet at the following addresses: Roads That Will Not Be Used When Limited Routes Are in Effect When "Limited Routes" are announced, the following roads will not be served by buses. Instead, send students to areas previously designated by the bus drivers for limited pick-up.
Transportation Department 24-Hour Info Recording - 489-6406, 489-6001 |
