Weather

In the event of severe weather or other emergency conditions, AIM will closely monitor local forecasts and guidance from emergency management officials. If school operations are impacted, AIM will communicate decisions regarding delays, closures, or transitions to remote learning as early as possible.

How AIM Communicates Closings

When inclement weather impacts school operations, information will be disseminated through the following communication channels:

• AIM email and text alerts (primary communication method)

• School website

• Social media platforms

• Local news outlets as appropriate

AIM Closure Decisions

AIM does not automatically follow the closures or delays of surrounding school districts. Because AIM serves students and families from multiple districts, we make closure decisions based on conditions affecting our campus location and the safety of students, families, and staff commuting to and from school. Decisions are made using information from multiple sources, including weather advisories, road conditions, and local emergency services.

Remote Learning During Closures

If AIM elects to close the campus due to inclement weather, typically, we will continue instruction remotely. When AIM transitions to remote learning, students are expected to participate in learning activities each day school is closed, including but not limited to:

• Attending live instructional sessions as scheduled

• Viewing teacher-posted lessons and recordings

• Completing assignments through their instructional platforms

• Participating in small group sessions or check-ins as needed

Families will receive guidance regarding schedules and expectations if remote learning is activated.

Safety First

AIM will always prioritize safety. Families are encouraged to monitor communication updates closely and use best judgment when traveling during severe weather events.

Heat Advisory Guidelines 

AIM prioritizes student and staff safety during high temperatures. When the temperature or heat index exceeds 90°F, school leaders will monitor local conditions and determine whether outdoor physical activity, PE, recess, and field experiences should be modified or moved indoors. Decisions may vary by grade level and will consider heat index, humidity, student age, time outdoors, access to shade, and air quality.

When the heat index reaches 95°F or higher, AIM will strongly consider moving outdoor activities indoors to an air-conditioned space. Staff must ensure students have frequent access to water, provide water breaks at least every 10 minutes during extended outdoor activity, and monitor students for signs of overheating or heat exhaustion, particularly students with health conditions such as asthma, allergies, epilepsy, or medication-related risk factors.