School closing decisions start early, superintendent says

Many local school districts had closings or delays today. Bartholomew Consolidated Superintendent Dr. Jim Roberts talked recently about how those decisions are made.

He said crews begin assessing county roads, talking to highway officials and police at about 4 a.m.

Roberts said that those investigating the road conditions have a group phone call at about 4:50 a.m.  to make a decision.

They then make an announcement by 5:15 a.m., getting the word out using local media, social media and the district’s own e-alert system.

Roberts suggested you follow the school district on Facebook or Instagram.