The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. During severe weather, GVA-DC follows Douglas County School District (DCSD) protocols and uses the same tools to monitor lightning and storms:
- WeatherBug app for radar and alerts from the National Weather Service
- Lightning detection devices, when available
- Colorado High School Activities Association guidelines (CHSAA):
- Outdoor activities are suspended when lightning is detected within 8 miles
- Activities remain suspended until no lightning has been detected within 8 miles for 30 minutes
What to Expect During a Lightning Dismissal:
- A text alert will be sent to all families
- All students will be dismissed from the front doors only
- Parents walking up (Door A) will scan QR codes at the front entrance
- Car line pick-up will take place at the curb directly across from the front doors
- Once lightning is no longer within a 6-mile radius, regular dismissal resumes