School Closings and Delays
Armstrong School District
November 20, 2025
Winter Weather Plan 2025-2026
As colder months approach, we want to ensure all families understand how weather decisions are made and where to find updates throughout the winter season.
📌 How Delay & Closure Decisions Are Made
Our goal is always student safety first.
Who is involved?
- Superintendent
- Director of Transportation
- Five district bus contractors
- Consultation with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT)
- Surrounding district superintendents
Contributing factors
- Wind chill
- Road safety
- School infrastructure
I make the decision to delay or cancel school after careful consultation with our Transportation Department. The Director of Transportation connects with our five bus contractors, and neighboring districts to assess conditions across our region. Because ASD covers a large geographic area, weather can vary significantly from one community to another. Even if conditions appear safe in your neighborhood, other parts of the district may be experiencing dangerous weather.
Please know that every decision is made with student safety as our top priority. We also understand that delays and cancellations can create challenges for families, please know that we do not make these choices lightly. It is important to emphasize that every decision is made on a case-by-case basis.
☎️ Keep Your Contact Information Updated
To ensure you receive notifications quickly:
- Check that your phone number(s) and email(s) are correct in the Skyward Family Portal,
OR call your child’s school building.
- Instructions for updating Skyward contact info can be found on the ASD website.
- Note: Updates do not take effect immediately—please review your info early.
🗓️ ASD Delay/Closing Plan
If school must be closed due to inclement weather, the following makeup days will be used in this order:
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania allows districts to count instructional hours and/or days toward requirements. We will monitor both throughout the winter and update families if a day must be made up.
If ASD is delayed:
➡️ All schools will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule.
📣 Where to Find Delay/Closing Announcements
Digital & Social Media
- ASD Website: https://www.asd.k12.pa.us
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080082048549
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/armstrong_school_district
Direct Notifications
- School Messenger: Automated phone calls, texts, and emails (based on your Skyward preferences)
Local News Outlets
- KDKA
- WPXI
- WTAE
Thank you for your ongoing support and understanding!
Sincerely,
Dr. Jason Perrin
Superintendent