Understanding School Closings

In the Poplar Bluff School District, we want families to stay informed and prepared when school is not in session. There are a few different types of school closings throughout the year:

• Scheduled Closings include planned days off such as holidays and professional development days for staff. These are listed on our school calendar in advance.
• Unscheduled Closings happen when unexpected events — like severe weather or emergency situations — require us to cancel classes with little notice.
• AMI (Alternative Methods of Instruction) Days are used when school is closed, but learning continues from home. On AMI Days, students complete assignments provided by their teachers, either online or through take-home materials. These days are typically used in place of an unscheduled closing, but the district will communicate them as early as possible to give families time to prepare.

We encourage all families to stay up to date through our school calendar, ParentSquare alerts, and local media for the latest information on school closures.