In the event that weather conditions become extreme, it may be necessary to close the Channahon District 17 schools. In these situations, the District will make every attempt to provide instruction through e-learning, if possible. If it is not possible to provide an e-learning day due to power loss or other unique circumstances, school will be make up.

This information will be poted to our website, our app, through social media, and via message to our community. Closures are also available via the Emergency Closings Center. School closures will also be broadcast whenever possible incuding on the radio and television stations.

In the event it becomes necessary to close the schools before the end of the school day, announcements will be broadcast whenever possible. In the event of the early dismissal, students will be dismissed to their usual destination unless the school is advised otherwise. Parents/guardians should make arrangements to have a specific place for their child to go should they not be home when these emergencies arise.

General methodology for closing due to winter weather: We would anticipate the possibility of closing schools under the condition of a Wind Chill Warning, as issued by the National Weather Service.  A Wind Chill Warning is typically issued when the wind chill is forecasted at -30°F or colder along with wind speeds of 10 mph or greater, or when the actual temperature drops below -25°F.  While this is used as a baseline, other variables such as snow will also be taken into account before making the decision to close school.