SCHOOL CLOSINGS

If the decision is made to delay or close school, our district will make every effort to notify parents, guardians, employees and the community as soon as possible. With few exceptions, the decision to delay or close school is made by 5:45 a.m., before buses begin morning routes.

As soon as a decision is made, BGISD will send a text to parents and employees. Information will also be posted on the district website, Twitter (@BGISD) and Facebook accounts. 

In rare instances school may be dismissed during the school day to avoid afternoon weather conditions. If this occurs, messages will be sent in an effort to contact parents as soon as possible, including a voice call and text message to phone numbers, and messages to all email addresses.

NTI

Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) days encourage the continuation of learning on days when the district is closed due to weather, health, or safety reasons. Schools create plans to contact and deliver instruction to students, with the ultimate goal of continuing instruction when not present in school buildings. Districts may use up to ten NTI days per school year that are counted as student attendance days.

After an NTI day is announced, schools and teachers communicate with students and families about assignments and opportunities to continue learning throughout the day. Plans may include prepared packets or online learning. Assignments completed are considered attendance for the school day.