I. In case of an emergency involving the welfare and safety of students, employees, or visitors, the Superintendent or designee may suspend any part of these regulations; provided, that he/she shall report the fact of and the reason for suspension at the next meeting of the School Board; and provided further, that the suspension shall expire at the time of such report unless continued in effect by actions of the School Board.

II. In case of an emergency, the Superintendent may close any school or all schools. The members of the School Board shall be informed immediately of any event or condition which requires the closing of a school or the schools of the District, and, where the public interest requires board action, the Superintendent shall call a special meeting of the Board.

When an emergency exists affecting the health, safety, or welfare of the students, the principal may dismiss the school. Any such early dismissal shall be reported immediately by the Superintendent to the School Board together with the reasons therefore.

III. In any case or condition not covered by these regulations, the Superintendent shall base the decision on his/her best judgment.