Inclement weather reminders

1/14/2025

Online day plan reminders and education options

With recent inclement weather, schools and districts are reminded that blizzard bags have been replaced with online days. Any school or district that has adopted an online day plan may use up to three online days per school year. It is required that schools and districts adopt an online day plan each year by Aug. 1, though it is not required to be used. Schools that implement a blended learning model or operate as an online school are not eligible to adopt an online day plan.

Additionally, please note that blended learning is not to be used on an emergency or contingent basis (including weather-related closures, staffing shortages, or professional development). Blended learning declarations do not supplement an online day plan. Blended learning declarations are due July 1 of each year. Read more about blended learning on the Department's website.

Declarations remain active until the school or district submits a blended learning declaration ceasing the model. To verify your school has a blended learning declaration on file with the Department, contact onlinelearning@education.ohio.gov.