If Bellingham School Districts are closed, ALL GROUP FIT CLASSES ARE CANCELLED. This includes virtual programming and Water Fitness, unless otherwise posted.
If Bellingham School Districts are delayed, ALL MORNING CLASSES ARE CANCELLED. Classes will begin at 12:15. This includes virtual programming.
If the Bellingham school district cancels school due to inclement weather ALL youth programming (Youth Sports, GOTR, Trail Blazers, Swim Lessons, Climbing Programs and Swim Team) will be cancelled, unless otherwise posted.
If a weekend or no school is scheduled (winter break, etc), we will post decision by 6:00am.
Please note that Childcare programs have a different inclement weather policy.
We make every attempt to provide care during periods of inclement weather. Our first concern is the safety of the children in our care and staff safely arriving to work. If no school is scheduled (winter break, etc), we will post decision by 6:00am.
Please keep an eye on our website, Facebook and KGMI radio for the most up-to-date information. Download our mobile app to receive Push Notifications of any closures or late openings due to inclement weather.
Please be sure we have your current email and cell number on file to insure we can provide adequate communication during any weather event.
If the Bellingham school district cancels "IN-PERSON" learning due to inclement weather:
We will be closed, unless otherwise posted (Site by site determination). If there is a delayed start, we will do our best to open at 8:30am. If weather is deemed treacherous, we will close the center for the day as it would be too dangerous to travel for our staff and families.
If it is a non-school day, we will use our best judgement to determine late openings or closures. If the weather is deemed treacherous, we will close the center for the day or possibly close early to allow children to be picked up before the roads get worse.
If we are trying to open on time when it is snowy/icy mornings, please be patient with staff as they attempt to get to the center as close to our opening time as possible. We have a majority of our staff coming in from various areas in the county that may have very different weather than Bellingham.
If the Bellingham school district cancels "IN-PERSON" learning due to inclement weather:
We will closed, unless otherwise posted. If there is a delayed start we will open at 9am. If weather is deemed treacherous, we will close the center for the day as it would be too dangerous to travel for our staff and families.
If it is a non-school day, we will use our best judgement to determine late openings or closures. If the weather is deemed treacherous, we will close the center for the day or possibly close early to allow children to be picked up before the roads get worse.
If we are trying to open on time when it is snowy/icy mornings, please be patient with staff as they attempt to get to the center as close to our opening time as possible. We have a majority of our staff coming in from various areas in the county that may have very different weather than Bellingham.
Throughout the year, it is possible to encounter events that could cause delayed starts or program closure (power outage, flooding, snow, etc.).Please have a BACK UP PLAN for alternate care for your child during these situations.
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Closure Before School Day Starts
In the event of school closure related to inclement events, we will make every attempt to provide alternative program options. Decisions about our ability to provide care are based on staff arriving safely to work and children being safe while in our care. Program offerings are made on a day-to-day basis based on the current conditions and will be posted no later than 6:00 am.
Delayed Starts
In the event the school district implements a delayed start before the school day begins, we will operate on the same delayed start schedule for any operational morning program. (i.e. 1 hour delayed start = YMCA starting 1 hour later than normal).
If schools announce a delayed start after Before School programming begins, we will make every attempt to schedule staff to stay for the duration. We may be forced to release students to the school if YMCA staff cannot stay later. If a school closure is announced after the Before School program has started the YMCA onsite program will also close. You will be asked to pick up your child or send an approved alternative pick up person. Alternative all day programming will be made based on the current conditions and be announced on our website.
Unscheduled Early Release School Closure
If your school district implements an unscheduled early release due extreme conditions, our after school programs may not operate due to staff availability. We will make every attempt to operate as normal, however, program closure or early pick up is possible.
Please keep an eye on our website, email and REMIND for the most up-to-date information. Download the REMIND mobile app to receive Push Notifications of any closures or late openings due to inclement weather. (Must subscribe to current school year classes for proper notification.)
Credits will not be given related to extreme weather events. Make-Up days added later in the school year will not be added to your bill.