Inclement Weather Policy

At Nysmith, the safety of our students, families, and staff is always our top priority.

To simplify our procedures, Nysmith generally follows:

However, Nysmith may make an independent decision when needed.

In the event of delayed openings, early closings, or school cancellations, updates will be shared via:

Because weather conditions can change quickly, families should monitor updates closely.

If you feel road conditions are becoming unsafe, you are always welcome to pick up your child early—your judgment is respected and appreciated.

In the event of a federal government early closing, all students must be picked up within two hours of the announced time.

If you cannot meet that window, notify us immediately:

Please include alternate pick-up arrangements.

Condition	Fairfax County Schools	The Nysmith School
Closed	Schools closed	Instructional Program closed; Extended Care open (7:30 AM – 6:30 PM)
Closed due to extreme cold	Schools closed	Decision made case-by-case
2-hour delay	Schools open 2 hours late	Nysmith opens 1 hour late (9:00 AM); Extended Care open (7:30–9:00 AM & 2:30–6:30 PM)
Early closing	Schools close early	Nysmith follows same schedule (example: 2-hour early closing = 1:00 PM dismissal); Extended Care closes at 5:00 PM

Condition	Federal Government	The Nysmith School
Closed	Government closed	All Nysmith programs closed
Early closing	Government closes early	All Nysmith programs close 2 hours after government closure time

Bus/Transportation: On delayed openings, morning bus service may not be available. Nysmith may cancel bus service or adjust drop-off locations if road conditions are unsafe.
Extended Care Fees: Extended Care ends promptly at announced times. A late fee of $1 per minute will be charged after closing. Drop-in care is available at $25 per hour.
Your Judgment Matters: Families do not need to wait for an official announcement to pick up early if conditions worsen.

Thank you for your partnership and flexibility as we navigate unpredictable weather.