Again, I want to sincerely thank everyone who was out working alongside us today to help clear entryways at our schools. We truly appreciate the time and effort. It does not go unnoticed.
Unfortunately, despite those efforts, we were only able to make a small amount of progress and were not able to reach all entrances and/or all parking areas. In addition, a thick layer of ice lies beneath the snow, making both walking and driving conditions hazardous.
We have also been in communication with the Road Commission, and while they are working diligently to clear back roads, there is still significant work to be done.
Given the amount of snow and ice still needing to be addressed, and out of concern for the safety of our students, families, and staff, Cheboygan Area Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Thursday, March 19th.
We understand how challenging and disruptive this has been for families, and we appreciate your continued patience and support. Please stay safe and stay warm.
I would like to thank everyone who put in a full day’s work today, helping to dig out Cheboygan Area Schools. Unfortunately, it appears we will need another day.
After speaking with the Road Commissioner this afternoon, there is still significant work to be done on many of our back and side roads before we can feel confident that buses can maneuver safely.
So, due to the overwhelming snow accumulation still on back roads and in school parking lots, Cheboygan Area Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18.
CAS is currently seeking assistance with heavy equipment for snow removal today. If you know of someone who may be available to help this afternoon, please contact Steve or me via email.
Our most immediate need is at Inverness Academy, which has not yet been cleared. Due to the weight and volume of snow, standard plow trucks will not be sufficient.
Additionally, we have been in communication with the road commission, and they have indicated that many side and back roads will remain untreated today and will be impassable for buses tomorrow, if they cannot clear them today.
We remain hopeful that school will resume tomorrow, but that will depend on the progress made throughout the afternoon. I will provide an update later this evening.
Stay safe and stay warm.
Due to the overwhelming amount of snow accumulation across the district, Cheboygan Area Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17. At this time, we will not have all school properties cleared by tomorrow morning, and many side and back roads throughout the district remain impassable. If you must travel, please use caution and allow extra time to reach your destination. We appreciate everyone’s patience as road crews continue working to clear roads throughout the county. Please stay safe.
Reminder: There is currently a travel warning in effect. Unless it is an emergency, it is extremely important that people stay off the roads today while the county works to clear them. Many of our back and side roads remain impassable, and getting stuck or stranded is highly likely at this time. We will conduct another assessment later this evening and will keep everyone posted. The high school, pictured, is actually buried under the snow, with drifts reaching the roof.
Due to an overnight ice storm and unsafe road conditions, all Cheboygan Area Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, March 11th. Please stay safe and take precautions while traveling today.
FYI - At approximately 4:30 p.m. this afternoon, Bus 19A was preparing to drop off its final student of the route on N. Straits Highway when it was struck from behind by another vehicle. At the time of the accident, only one student remained on the bus. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and everyone involved was safely assessed at the scene.
We would like to thank the Cheboygan Area Schools bus driver for his professionalism, quick response, and continued dedication to student safety. Because of his careful attention and commitment to ensuring students remain properly seated during transport, the situation was handled safely.
We also want to express our appreciation for the efforts of our transportation staff, who work every day to safely transport our students to and from school.
FYI: Cheboygan Area Schools has started its search for the next generation of great CAS educators. If interested in applying, please scan the code or visit our website at: https://cheboyganareaschoolsmi.sites.thrillshare.com/page/job-opportunities
Due to slippery and icy backroads, Cheboygan Area Schools will be closed today, Monday, March 2nd.
