Concrete School District remains on a 2-hour late start today. School starts at 10:30AM. No breakfast will be served.

• Transportation to NCTA is available
• Extracurricular activities: Games in Orcas and Burlington are still on as scheduled.
• Transportation: We have a small number of students who live on Concrete–Sauk Valley Road east of Cedar Grove who will not be able to be picked up by bus today.

We are planning on a 2-hour late start on Wednesday, December 17, with school beginning at 10:30 a.m., to allow time to assess road conditions before transportation begins.

If this plan changes to a school closure, families will be notified by 8:00 a.m.

We recognize that some families and staff are still evacuated or managing flooding impacts and other weather-related issues such as downed trees and mudslides. We want students back in school for normalcy while continuing to prioritize safety.

Wednesday details:

• 2-hour late start (10:30 a.m.)
• Transportation provided to NCTA
• High School operating Periods 3–6, starting at 10:30 a.m.
• Bus route updates:
  • Cape Horn (Purple Route) on snow route
  • Challenger Hill Road closed; bus pickup at the intersection
• Extracurricular activities will take place (away basketball games and Boys & Girls Club)

If a closure is necessary by 8:00 a.m., there will be no NCTA transportation and no extracurricular activities.

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

After previously communicating that we would operate on a 2-hour late start, Concrete School District is now canceling school for both Monday, December 15 and Tuesday, December 16.

This decision is based on ongoing safety concerns, including:

• Unstable ground and road closures
• Evacuation notices in parts of our community
• Rising river levels and high winds
• Low staff availability

Given these conditions, we are not able to safely operate schools at this time.

For both days:

• School is closed
• No out-of-district transportation
• No after-school activities

Please prioritize your safety and do what is best for your family. Continue to follow guidance from local emergency management officials.

We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as information becomes available.

Stay safe.

Due to the ongoing flood watch, possible high winds, and other weather-related issues affecting our area, Concrete School District will operate on a 2-hour late start on Monday, December 15, with school starting at 10:30 a.m.

Important details for Monday:

• No after-school activities
• No out-of-district transportation
• Purple Route (Cape Horn) will operate on snow route
• Challenger Hill Road is closed; bus pickup will be at the crossing

These schedule and transportation adjustments are being made to ensure that transportation staff, student drivers, and families are able to travel during daylight hours as conditions continue to evolve.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.

The Skagit River has now crested in the Concrete area. While this is a positive development, we know there has been significant damage, some roads remain unpassable, and some families are still without power. Our thoughts are with everyone in our community as we continue to navigate the impacts of this event.

As previously communicated, Concrete School District is closed today, and there are no extracurricular or after-school activities.

The following school-related events scheduled for Saturday, December 13, are canceled:

• The basketball game
• Pictures with Santa
• The wrestling tournament in Sedro-Woolley

At this time, we plan for Monday to be a regular school day. Some roads remain unpassable, which may require slight changes to some bus routes; families will be notified on Sunday if this applies to them. In addition, a new weather system is expected beginning Sunday night. If this impacts our families, school hours, or extracurricular activities, we will communicate updates as soon as possible.

Updates will continue to be shared through our website, ParentSquare, and Facebook.

The evacuation shelter will be closing today, as it is no longer needed at this time.

We extend a huge thank you to Diane Bergsma for organizing shelter coverage, and to the Boys & Girls Club staff and members of the Concrete Resource Coalition who stepped up to staff the shelter. Thank you as well to Claus Joens, Marla Reed, Paul Carter, and other staff members who helped plan and prepare for the shelter, and to Marla Reed and Delaine VanderLinden for cooking.

Thank you to all who helped plan, prepare, and support this effort.

Concrete School District will remain closed on Friday, December 12 due to the impacts of the flooding and its aftermath. We hope all of our families are safe and continuing to monitor conditions in their area.

Due to the flooding, we have also canceled the Winter Concert scheduled for today, December 11. The concert will be rescheduled in January, and we will share the new date as soon as possible

There continue to be no after-school activities and no out-of-district transportation until further notice.

All district offices are closed at this time.

Concrete High School is currently serving as a community evacuation site. We ask that campus access be limited to evacuees and the staff or volunteers supporting shelter operations.

Essential district personnel may be on site as needed to support districtwide functions.

We will continue to share updates through our website, ParentSquare, and Facebook.

Please stay safe and follow all guidance from emergency management officials.

Location: 45389 Airport Way, Concrete, WA Opening Time: Today at 3:00 p.m.

Doors Lock: 10:00 p.m. (after-hours contact number will be posted at the entrance)

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Shelter Areas Open for use:

• High School Gymnasium
• High School Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)
• High School Cafeteria (open for eating)
• High School Main Restrooms

All other areas—including classrooms, offices, and specialized spaces—remain closed for safety and security.

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Check-In

All evacuees must check in at the High School Cafeteria upon arrival.

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Parking

• Behind the High School
• By the Football Field
• In front of the Middle School/Airport
• Overflow parking at Concrete Elementary

What to Bring

When it is safe to do so, evacuees are encouraged to bring:

• Bedding (sleeping bags, blankets, pillows)
• Non-perishable, ready-to-eat food
• Hygiene supplies
• Medications and personal essentials
• A water bottle (water bottle filling stations are available)
• Non-electronic entertainment for children

Restrooms & Hygiene

• High School main restrooms will be open for evacuees.
• Port-a-potties will be available—provided by the Town of Concrete—for those who will be staying in campers.
• No showers are available.

Additional Information

• Children must be supervised at all times.
• Service animals allowed; pets must remain in vehicles or designated outdoor areas.
• Drugs, alcohol, and weapons are strictly prohibited on school property.
• All evacuees must follow the direction of shelter staff and emergency personnel.

Updates will be posted through ParentSquare, Facebook, the district website, and emergency management partners.