The Howard County Center for the Arts (HCCA) will follow the policies below with regard to closings and late openings due to inclement weather. This policy is in effect unless otherwise stated/notified.
IF, DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (HCPSS):
- Are closed for the day by 8AM: HCCA’s regularly scheduled ongoing programs (i.e. classes, rehearsals) will NOT operate and the building will be closed. *
- Close early: HCCA will close 1 hour after Howard County Public Schools have closed. *
- Open 1 hour late: HCCA will open at 9AM. If HCPS open 2 hours late, HCCA will open at 10AM.
When Howard County Public Schools are not in session (e.g. weekends, holidays or previously scheduled school closings) the following policies are in place:
- If phase one of the snow emergency plan** is in effect at 8AM that day, HCCA’s regularly scheduled ongoing programs (i.e. classes, rehearsals) will NOT operate and the building will be closed.*
- Programs in operation at HCCA when phase one of the snow emergency plan** goes into effect will close down one hour after the plan goes into effect.
- Afternoon and evening classes will be cancelled if phase one of the snow emergency plan goes into effect one hour prior to the start of class.
*The status of the building closure will be re-evaluated at 3PM for evening (start time of 5PM or later) programs and events. Updates will be available on the Arts Council voice mail, 410-313-2787, after 3PM.
**The Maryland State Police declares snow emergencies with input from MD State Highway Administration. During inclement weather, a list of snow emergency plans in effect can be found on www.chart.state.md.us as well as most local radio and television stations.
Listen to WBAL, 1090 AM, for specific announcements. Closing information will also be listed on the Arts Council voice mail at 410-313-2787, as well as on the Arts Council Facebook page.
