KELO Latest School Closings and Delays

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When severe weather hits the Upper Midwest, KELOLAND News (KELO-TV) becomes the vital lifeline for families in South Dakota, Northwest Iowa, and Southwest Minnesota. Whether it’s an early-season blizzard or dangerous wind chills, the KELOLAND Closeline provides the most accurate and up-to-the-minute information on school schedule changes.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the KELOLAND Closeline

KELO-TV offers multiple ways to check if your school is affected.¹ The data is updated in real-time as superintendents report changes.

The Official Closeline Page: Visit keloland.com/closeline for a complete, searchable list of schools, businesses, and organizations.
KELOLAND App: Download the KELOLAND News app (available on iOS and Android) and subscribe to Weather Alerts. You can receive push notifications specifically for school closings.
On-Air Broadcasts: During KELOLAND News in the Morning, look for the “Closeline” scroll at the bottom of your screen.
Social Media: Follow KELOLAND on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for major district-wide announcements.

Common School Status Terms

In the KELOLAND region, you’ll typically encounter these specific terms on the Closeline:

Status	Details
Closed	No school; buildings are shut down. This usually includes all extracurriculars.
2-Hour Late Start	Classes begin two hours after the normal start time. No morning preschool.
Early Dismissal	Students are sent home early (e.g., 1:00 PM) to beat incoming afternoon storms.
Remote Learning Day	Classes are held online via platforms like Canvas or Google Classroom.

Pro Tip: Many South Dakota schools now use “Remote Learning Days” instead of traditional “Snow Days” to avoid extending the school year into June. Check your district’s specific policy on their official website.

Who Makes the Call?

The decision to close or delay is made by the local school superintendent, typically between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM. They coordinate with the KELOLAND WeatherNow team to assess:

Visibility: Is blowing snow making bus travel dangerous?
Wind Chill: If temperatures hit a certain threshold (often -35°F wind chill), schools will delay or close to protect students at bus stops.
Road Conditions: Collaboration with local highway departments to see if plows have cleared main routes.

KELO-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 11, is a dual CBS/MyNetworkTV-affiliated television station licensed to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States. The station is owned by Nexstar Media Group.-Wikipedia

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