Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana - As the 2024-2025 school year approaches, the Calcasieu Parish School Board (CPSB) has unveiled its protocols for responding to weather-related closures. The decision-making process involves careful consultation with local emergency officials and meteorologists, ensuring that student safety remains the highest priority.
CPSB has set clear communication channels to keep families informed about school closures or delayed starts due to inclement weather. Notifications will be disseminated through multiple platforms, including phone calls, text messages, the official CPSB website (www.cpsb.org), and social media accounts (@CPSBschools). Local media outlets will also play a vital role in relaying this critical information.
Families can expect to receive updates by 5 a.m. on days when weather conditions may affect school operations. This early notification is designed to provide parents, students, and staff ample time to make necessary arrangements for the day ahead.
While CPSB strives to make informed decisions based on expert analysis, they recognize that individual circumstances may vary. The school board encourages families to make personal safety assessments. If parents believe that conditions are unsafe, they have the option to keep their children at home, regardless of the school's operational status.