In the event Janney closes early and/or is evacuated because of an emergency, parents will be notified via school personnel or parent volunteers through phone and email. If a situation occurs that requires relocation of students, large posters will be placed outside the school indicating where to pick up your child.

Drills

Throughout the year, we conduct one emergency evacuation drill as well as monthly fire drills. We conduct these drills to prepare our school in the event of a real emergency situation. Therefore, you should be aware that your child may discuss the occurrence of these drills with you.

Emergency Information

In case of an emergency evacuation, students may be brought to our alternative location at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church.  202-363-4119. The emergency contact number at DCPS Division of Security is 202-576-6950.

Weather Events

Snow, rain, and excessive heat may result in closure, early dismissal, or delayed opening. For the most up to date information, first check the DCPS website (http://dcps.dc.gov/portal/site/DCPS/).

Information will also be available on local radio and television stations:

Radio: WAMU (88.5 FM), WHUR (96.3 FM), WMAL (630 AM), WOL (1450 AM), WTOP (1500 AM, 107.7 FM), Radio America (1540 AM in Spanish)
Television: Channels 4,5,7, and 9, cable channels 8 and 28.

You may hear an announcer refer to a code concerning school closings. Here is what these codes mean:
• Code Red: Schools and administrative offices are closed. Only essential personnel report to work.
• Code Yellow: Schools are closed. Administrative offices are open.
• Code Green: Schools open for students and teachers two hours late. Administrative offices open on time.
• Code Orange: Schools and administrative offices open two hours late.