Preparing for Winter Weather
Snow and other winter weather are part of life in Colorado, and we want to make sure our campus community is prepared and safe. As a residential college, CC does not close, even in severe weather. Preparing for winter weather can reduce unnecessary risks while meeting the needs of our students. CC has a
severe weather policy to guide attendance and expectations in these situations.
Our
sick leave policy allows staff and faculty to use sick time if there is a family member for whom the employee must provide care whose school or place of care has been closed due to inclement weather, loss of power, or other unexpected occurrence or event that results in the closure of the family member’s school or place of care. We would ask that you speak with your supervisor directly in these cases to find a solution to support critical college operations.
Full-Service Operations
In the case of typical winter weather, full-service operations should continue, and usual schedules should be followed. Individuals should discuss with their supervisor and other stakeholders if there are operational changes that should be anticipated in these situations.
Employees may work with their supervisors to determine if remote work is appropriate while maintaining normal operations. Time off may be requested following normal processes.
Limited-Service Operations
In the case of severe winter weather, there may be an official announcement of limited-service operations.
- System-wide updates on delays or limited-service status will be communicated via the emergency alert system.
- Make sure your information is up to date and designate how you would like to receive messages (email, text, phone).
Note: This is not your CC login information. Use the "Forgot your password" option if you don't remember your credentials.
- CC’s weather status is also shared with local media.
- Classes will be held if prudently possible. If a faculty member determines a class will be cancelled or held virtually, that faculty member will communicate the plan with their students. If needed, they will consult with their department chair and/or the Dean of the Faculty.
- Department heads will determine which campus services may be limited and work with supervisors, staff, and faculty to determine how to staff those services which will be offered.
- For effective coordination, all faculty and staff should stay in communication with their supervisors during limited-service operations. Students should seek guidance from their professors.
