The Board of Education authorizes the school day to be arranged and scheduled by the administration. It is to offer the maximum education for the time spent within the limitations of school facilities and the laws and regulations of the State.

The minimum instructional day for k – 4 is 315 minutes, 5 – 8 is 330 minutes, and 9 – 12 is 345 minutes. It does not include time for homeroom, class changes, breaks/recess, lunch, and other noninstructional activities from the first designated assembling of the student body in groups (homeroom or first period) to the dismissal of the student body.

The Superintendent may close the schools, delay the opening of school, or dismiss school early when such alteration in the regular session is required for the protection of the health and safety of students and staff member. S/He shall prepare administrative guidelines for the proper and timely notification of concerned persons in the event of any emergency closing of the schools.

The Superintendent shall have the authority to determine which school-related activities may be conducted if the schools are closed for a period of time. S/He shall prepare appropriate guidelines for communication to students, parents, and others regarding the scheduling and the conduct of such activities.

WV State Board of Education Policy 2510