District weighs options for snow make-up dates
At this time, the district is considering two options for making up snows days. Other options could be considered at a later time.
Option 1: Follow the school board approved 2008-2009 calendar which states snow days will be added at the end of the school year.
Option 2: Apply for a state emergency waiver made available by Governor Gregoire due to severe weather conditions across the state this winter. If applied for and approved, the district would not have to make up the missed school days.
"We want to do what is best for our students and our district," Superintendent Rich Carter said. "Remember, we're still in the middle of winter and may be forced to alter our schedule again. The long range forecast calls for cold and wet conditions through March. If we add the dates at the end of the school year, we would need to move the Walla Walla High School graduation date one week later into June. But, we also want to provide the educational opportunities our students deserve by conducting school and a waiver might compromise that."
The district will continue to study its options and release the information immediately once a decision is made.
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