GREENSBORO, N.C. — When inclement weather is in the forecast, school districts across the area shift into weather mode. They weigh several factors to determine whether school should go on as planned or changes are needed.

In North Carolina, the weather can often be unpredictable, leaving districts with tough decisions to make. Oftentimes, they're put in a lose-lose situation and will deal with backlash from parents who think district leaders made the wrong call.

Guilford County Schools put together a comprehensive Q&A regarding how and when it makes decisions.

Here's what the district shared:

The safety of students, staff, and families is always our top priority.

With more than 80,000 people to consider, GCS relies on several sources of information to keep everyone safe.

Making

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