February 20, 2025
Rutherford County Schools
We’ve been out driving roads this afternoon, and fortunately, the roads are clear and dry thanks to all the sun we had this afternoon.
So schools will be open Friday, but we are going to start on a two-hour delay. Again, all Rutherford County Schools will be open Friday but will start on a two-hour delay.
We hate using the two-hour delay option, but we don’t want to waste an entire inclement weather day. We only have four remaining for the school year, and the forecast is calling for another potential round of snow in early March, and we also have spring storms and flooding that may be an issue.
By opening two hours late Friday, it will allow the temperatures to reach double digits and allow our schools to check on all heating systems before students arrive. It will still be cold, and so we encourage parents to make sure their students are dressed in layers, with jackets, gloves, hats, etc.
A two-hour delay means all normal schedules for bus stops, drop-offs, and first bell times will be delayed by two hours. So, for example, if your child’s bus stop time is normally 6 a.m., tomorrow it will be 8 a.m.
We know these types of days can be an inconvenience, but we appreciate everyone making adjustments to ensure student safety. Thanks again for all that you do.