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Who Decides the Snow Day?


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When snow, freezing temps, or even summer storms hit Minnesota, one question rises to the top for every family: Is school still on?In this episode of Inside Hopkins, Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed and her guests walk us through what really happens during those late night and pre-dawn hours, how communication moves quickly once the call is made, and why the classic “snow day” looks different today.

Guests:
  • Dr. Nik Lightfoot — Assistant Superintendent and Director of Human Resources
  • Jolene Goldade — Director of Communications
  • John Wetter — Director of Information Services and meteorologist
Resources:
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