School Closure Information
School Cancellation
The Halifax Regional Centre for Education takes great care when making a decision to alter the normal operation of schools in the event of severe or inclement weather.
Cunard is part of the J.L. Ilsley Family of Schools.
It is the goal of HRSB to make the decision to close as close to 6 a.m. as possible. There are several ways you can find out:
- check the website
- follow HRSB on Twitter
- Call the information line at 902-464-INFO (4636)
- Listen to the radio (All local radio stations are informed)
- Sign up to receive email or text notifications.
Delayed Openings
Delayed openings would be considered when a severe weather event has concluded but snow clearing or other operations require additional time. Delayed opening may also be considered when the physical plant is experiencing an issue such as a power outage or loss of water and additional time is required to prepare the school to open. If this was to occur, school would be delayed by two hours. In our school, this means school would start at 10:40.
If Stock Transportation is operating, the expectation will be that students are picked up two hours later than their regularly assigned time pending any weather-related delays. Our lunch and dismissal times will remain at their regularly scheduled times.
Permission Form Required
In the event of a mid-day school closure, it is essential that the school have written instructions on file from the parent/guardian as to where students are to go, and how they are to get there. School staff are unable to leave the building until all students are safely on their way. Your attention and consideration is this regard is greatly appreciated.
The weather in Nova Scotia is unpredictable so it’s always a good idea for families to have a back-up plan when school is cancelled. To learn more about the process on how decisions regarding closures and cancellations are made click here.
