School District of Winter
Bylaws & Policies
 

8220 - SCHOOL DAY

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 District Administrator 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 members. S/He shall prepare rules for the proper and timely notification of concerned persons and parents in the event of any emergency closing of the schools.

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

Evening and Weekend Activities

School activities, performances or practices involving students under the scheduling control of the Winter School District shall not be scheduled or held on Wednesday evenings after 6:30 p.m. or on Sundays. Performances and practices may be held on Sunday between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. with at least a two (2) day prior approval of the principal or District Administrator.

No student shall ever be penalized for missing a practice, performance, or rehearsal on Wednesday evenings or Sunday afternoons even if a Sunday afternoon activity has prior approval from the principal or District Administrator.

118.24(2), Wis. Stats.

Revised 2/18/09