KELOLAND Latest School Closings and Delays

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When severe weather hits the Northern Plains, KELOLAND News is the primary resource for families in South Dakota, Northwest Iowa, and Southwest Minnesota to track school schedule changes.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the KELOLAND “Closeline”

The KELOLAND Closeline is an automated, real-time database that lists every school, daycare, and organization that has reported a change in status.

Official Website: Visit the KELOLAND Closings & Delays page for a searchable list.
The KELOLAND App: You can set “Favorite” districts in the app to receive an immediate push notification the moment a closure is posted.
On-Air Broadcasts: During KELOLAND News This Morning, the “Closeline” ticker runs continuously at the bottom of the screen.

Common Terms & Procedures

In KELOLAND, weather decisions are often made based on three factors: Snow Accumulation, Wind Chill, and Visibility (Blowing Snow).

Announcement	Meaning & Impact
2-Hour Delay	Buses run 2 hours late; no morning preschool or breakfast program.
Closed / No School	All buildings are closed. Traditionally a “Snow Day” with no instruction.
Remote Learning Day	Physical buildings are closed, but students are expected to log in for virtual lessons.
No Rural Buses	School is open for town students, but buses will not travel on gravel/unplowed country roads.

Pro-Tip: Many South Dakota districts, like Sioux Falls Public Schools, now utilize Remote Learning Days to avoid extending the school year into June. Always check if your student needs to bring their device home when a storm is in the forecast.

Why the Decision Matters

Superintendents in KELOLAND typically prioritize the -35°F wind chill threshold. At these temperatures, frostbite can occur on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 20 minutes, making bus stop waits and stalled vehicles a significant safety risk.⁴

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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