Delays and Early Closings
The fastest and most complete information on school closings and delays can be obtained by calling 203-341-1766. If schools are cancelled or delayed, that information is usually on the emergency line (203-341-1766) by 6:00 a.m.
The Superintendent may call for a one, two, or three hour delay depending on the circumstances. Early dismissals are at 12:30. The details regarding the change will be announced on the emergency phone line, the district webpage under Important District News, and through SchoolMessenger. Below is a list of each type of delayed opening and early closing.
The radio and TV stations listed below carry announcements of delayed school opening or closing. If the station is not listed, it receives no information from the Westport Public Schools:
| WAVZ | New Haven | 1300 AM |
| WEBE | Westport | 107.9 FM |
| WEFX | Norwalk | 95.9 FM |
| WELI | New Haven | 960 AM |
| WEZN | Bridgeport | 99.9 FM |
| WICC | Bridgeport | 600 AM |
| WKHL | Stamford | 96.7 FM |
| WNLK | Norwalk | 1350 AM |
| WKCI | 101.3 FM | |
| WSTC | Stamford | 1400 AM |
| WTNH | Channel 8 | |
| News 12 | Connecticut Channel 12 | |
| WVIT | Channel 30 Cablevision | |
| CTweather.com | ||
Reference Quick links on the Main page for Delays and Early Closing class schedules for A, B, C & D days
Students and parents are asked NOT to call the school switchboard to obtain this information. Generally, cancellation and delayed opening is broadcast via SchoolMessenger by 6:00 a.m.
No lunch is served on shortened or exam days.
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