A statement from Cheatham County Schools regarding the decision to close schools on Friday, Jan. 6.
Unfortunately, there are times when forecasts are uncertain until weather fronts unfold. This morning was one of those times. The weather front, which was forecast to remain south of Cheatham County, took a swift turn north after 6 a.m. when buses were already on the roads. Bus drivers were directed to turn around and deliver students to their homes. Drivers reported names of students whose parents were not home. Our transportation department then called parents to notify them of the situation and to determine where students should be delivered safely or taken to daycares in the school district. Decisions made on uncertain weather forecasts are done with the safety of students at the forefront. The transportation department has been in constant communication with bus drivers to ensure all students are safe, which is the district’s top priority. As of 8:30 a.m., all students have been accounted for and are safe.
Unfortunately, there are times when forecasts are uncertain until weather fronts unfold. This morning was one of those times. The weather front, which was forecast to remain south of Cheatham County, took a swift turn north after 6 a.m. when buses were already on the roads. Bus drivers were directed to turn around and deliver students to their homes. Drivers reported names of students whose parents were not home. Our transportation department then called parents to notify them of the situation and to determine where students should be delivered safely or taken to daycares in the school district. Decisions made on uncertain weather forecasts are done with the safety of students at the forefront. The transportation department has been in constant communication with bus drivers to ensure all students are safe, which is the district’s top priority. As of 8:30 a.m., all students have been accounted for and are safe.
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