Inclement Weather Policy:

In the event of inclement weather, OHS will adhere to the following procedures: Practices under any of the following must be approved by the Athletic Director prior to practicing. In addition, all practices must be held after the teacher work day.

1. Late Starts
   1. In the event of a late start, all morning practices will be cancelled.
   2. In the event of a late start, all afternoon/evening practices and/or games will remain on as scheduled.
2. Early Outs
   1. In the event of an early out due to inclement weather all practices/games for the evening will be postponed.
   2. Special consideration will be given to teams competing in a section or state tournament that evening. Determination will be at the AD’s discretion.
   3. Special consideration may be given to teams who have section or state tournament games on the following day. Determination will be at the AD’s discretion.
3. School Cancelation
   1. In the event of a school cancelation due to inclement weather the administration will make the final decision based on the weather patterns for the rest of the day. We will always caution on the side of safety.
   2. Safety for our students will be the number one priority.
   3. Coaches cannot have practice during the work day if they have teaching responsibilities to adhere to.
4. In the event practices are held during inclement weather they are to be considered voluntary in nature and attendance is at the sole discretion of the guardian of each student. Coaches cannot make these practices mandatory; absences in these instances cannot be held against any student (Playtime, discipline, etc.)