Delays & Closings

How do I know when the school is closed unexpectedly?

Changes in schedules or unexpected weather that results in the schools closing unexpectedly will be broadcast by e-blast, a robocall to all district families & staff, and a message will be posted on the district website. Please alert the school secretary at Bolden if your phone number changes.

Announcements will be also made on the following broadcast stations:

AM radio station WIND (1010)

TV stations:

WNBC Channel 4

WABC Channel 7

WNYW Channel 5

NJ News12

CNN Channel 35 in Maplewood

FIOS Channel 22 in Maplewood

FIOS Channel19 in South Orange

How do I know when there is a delayed opening?

A robocall will alert all district families & staff to announce a delayed opening. In the event that a change in the schedule or unexpected weather calls for a delayed opening, all elementary schools will open 2 hours late per times below:

Bolden Grades K, 3 thru 5: 9:58am to 2:28pm

What happens when there is an early dismissal?

A call will be made to all district families. Each child will be accommodated as needed.