Late Start Plan
HOLDEN R-III LATE START PLAN
Utilized for inclement weather or emergencies only.
COMMUNICATIONS:
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A late start in the Holden R-III School District will be announced as early as possible and communicated to parents in the same manner as a school cancellation.
STUDENT ATTENDANCE:
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The Holden R-III School District respects the rights of parents to make decisions regarding the attendance, or late arrival, of their children on a late start day.
TRANSPORTATION:
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Bus transportation pick-up times for students and families will occur two hours later than normal. Buses will make every effort to be punctual, although traffic and road conditions may increase travel times.
SCHEDULES:
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All schools will open doors for students’ arrival at 9:45 a.m.
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All schools will begin at 10:00 a.m. and proceed on an altered class schedule.
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School dismissal times and afternoon bus transportation will remain on the regular schedule.
MEALS:
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School breakfast will not be served on a late start day.
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Lunch shifts in all buildings will occur at the same time as a normal school day.
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The afternoon meal will be served as normal.
PROGRAMS:
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The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) morning session will be canceled. Afternoon ECSE class will resume on a normal schedule.
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Warrensburg Area Career Center and Summit Tech students will attend class as normal unless the Warrensburg or Lee’s Summit school districts are canceled or delayed.
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The Day Plus and Eagles Nest Programs will operate on a normal schedule.
ACTIVITIES:
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Activities or field trips that were to occur or have departure times after 10:00 a.m. will occur as normal.
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Activities or field trips that were to occur or have departure times prior to 10:00 a.m. will be canceled or rescheduled.