As the Aiken County Public School District continues to monitor this tropical storm to ensure the safe operation of our school buses and the arrival of students, some schools will continue to operate on a slight morning delay tomorrow morning, Aug. 8.
“The Wagener and Salley communities’ roads have been most heavily impacted by the extensive rainfall we’ve experienced,” a press release from the school district stated. “This morning’s two-hour delay was particularly helpful for drivers in that area who were able to identify and avoid roadways covered in water.”
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With additional heavy rain forecasted overnight and into tomorrow morning, Busbee Elementary School, Corbett Middle School and Wagener-Salley High School will continue on a two-hour delayed start on Thursday.
“Due to tomorrow’s delayed start at Busbee, Corbett and Wagener, only lunch will be served in their cafeterias,” stated the press release the ACPSD.
According to the press release, all other schools and offices will operate on their regular schedules tomorrow, and regular breakfast and lunch will be offered.
Afterschool activities will be canceled once again district-wide tomorrow, including practices, meetings and aftercare through Quest Zone.
“We’re hopeful a little break from the rain today will help alleviate some of the conditions that have been most concerning,” stated the press release. “But we will continue to monitor the forecast and condition of roadways for any additional changes that may become necessary to ensure the safety of our students, staff and families.”
Employees from schools in the Wagener and Salley areas of the county will report to work on a delayed schedule tomorrow morning.
Employees who live in the Wagener or Salley area and work in another area of the county are encouraged by the school district to contact their supervisor for any arrangements for a delayed arrival that may be needed.
“We appreciate the continued understanding of our community, and patience with the changes that this tropical storm has necessitated this week,” stated the ACPSD email. “… we recognize that these changes to school operations are challenging for everyone, and will always announce changes with as much notice as possible.”
For further information and updates about the Tropical Storm Debby, visit: www.weather.gov
