Hot Springs School District

Hot Springs School District Winter Weather Communication Plan ❄️🏫

The Hot Springs School District closely monitors weather conditions throughout the winter months. The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority, and when winter weather could affect road conditions, we remain in constant contact with city and state officials. 

How Decisions Are Made

District officials review road conditions across the area and monitor updated weather forecasts before making any decisions. We also work closely with the other area school districts, law enforcement, and city officials.  

How We Will Notify Families of a School Closure or Delay 📢

As soon as a decision is made, Hot Springs School District will communicate immediately using the following methods:

• District-wide email notification and text message to all families and staff
• District social media updates (Facebook & Instagram)
• District website
• Automated phone call
• Local TV Stations

How to Ensure You Receive All District Messages ✔️

Take the following steps to ensure you stay informed:

📱 Verify your primary contact number

If you are not receiving district text messages, please contact your child’s school to update your number.

📲 Follow HSSD on social media

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hotspringsschooldistrict
• Instagram: hssd_trojans

👨‍👩‍👧 Check your ParentSquare account

Confirm that your account is active and notifications are enabled.

Inclement Weather Days 🗓️

Hot Springs School District has five inclement weather days built into the school calendar on the following dates:

• February 18 - 20 (We will start with Feb. 20. If one day is missed, it will be made up on Feb. 20. If we miss two days, they will be made up on Feb. 19 and 20, etc.)
• April 24
• May 22

If school must close due to winter weather, these days will be used as make-up days.

If no closures occur before a scheduled inclement-weather day, students and staff will not attend school on that date.

Important Reminder About AMI Days

Under the Arkansas LEARNS Act, schools may no longer use AMI (Alternative Methods of Instruction) days to count toward required instructional time. Any missed school days due to weather or emergencies must be made up in person using the inclement weather days included in the district calendar.

Hot Springs School District is committed to keeping families informed, prepared, and safe. Thank you for your support as we work together to protect every student during winter weather conditions. ❄️