School Districts Adjust to Hurricane Helene’s Impact: Greenville County Schools Closed Monday

School Districts Adjust Plans Amid Hurricane Helene

Greenville, S.C. – As the impacts of Hurricane Helene continue to affect the region, school districts in the Upstate are making necessary adjustments to their operating schedules and activities. Following thorough assessments of local conditions, Greenville County Schools has announced that it will remain closed on Monday.

Understanding the Situation

On Friday, a team of assessment personnel from Greenville County Schools traveled over 9,000 miles within the county to evaluate the aftermath of the hurricane. Their findings revealed over 1,500 safety issues that have rendered many roads unsafe for travel. These issues include dangerous downed powerlines, road debris, closed bridges, sinkholes, and outages of traffic signals.

No eLearning for Students

As a result of the ongoing challenges posed by the hurricane, there will be no eLearning on Monday, and all scheduled activities and field trips have been canceled. District officials noted that more than half of the teachers in the district currently lack reliable internet access, further complicating the matter.

Future Communications

Officials from Greenville County Schools have stated they will provide an update on Monday afternoon regarding whether students will return to classroom activities on Tuesday. Parents and guardians are advised to stay tuned for this important announcement.

Other Districts Respond

In contrast, Pickens County Schools will resume normal operations on Monday. However, the district has cautioned that transportation staff will avoid any roads deemed impassable. A comprehensive list of these affected roads will be made available for families to plan accordingly.

Conclusion

As Hurricane Helene continues to impact the Upstate, school districts are prioritizing the safety and well-being of students and staff. The decision to close Greenville County Schools reflects a commitment to ensuring that all necessary precautions are taken amid hazardous conditions. In the case of Pickens County Schools, normal operations will proceed with careful monitoring of road conditions.

Parents and school community members are encouraged to remain informed and prepared as the situation develops. Further announcements regarding school operations will be communicated promptly.