Fairbanks Local School District

In the event of a delay or closure due to inclement weather, families will be notified by voice call, email and text message via Parentsquare. Families can also check our district's social media channels and local news stations for timely updates. Families should insure that their contact information is up to date in Powerschool.

Deciding to delay or cancel due to weather is not an exact science. The district uses a multitude of inputs to determine a delay or closing with student safety being the most important factor. The district's goal is to communicate to families by 5:30 a.m. 

With regard to weather delays, the district will delay or close due to fog, snow, ice and temperature. The process of determining a weather delay is as follows:

• The superintendent and transportation coordinator drive the roads within the district boundaries to determine visibility and safety. 

• Consultation with the Union County Sheriff's Office

• Evaluation of local weather forecasts 

• In some cases, the district may delay to allow more time to see how the weather develops