Weather-Related Cancellations
If it becomes necessary to cancel or delay classes due to weather conditions, announcements are made on area television and radio stations, sent by text alert (hound alert), and posted on the MACC website and on social media. Decisions regarding delay or cancellation of day classes are generally announced by 6:00 a.m. Cancellation of evening classes is generally announced by 3:00 p.m. Decisions regarding delay or cancellation of classes are made and announced separately for each instructional site.
When it is publicly announced an MACC location is closed, the buildings will not be open. If it is announced that classes will begin late due to inclement weather, the College will not open doors until that time. Delayed starts allow more time for cleaning crews to clear lots and sidewalks.
Delayed starts will typically be scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Classes that start before 10:30 a.m. and meet only until 10:55 a.m. or before will not meet, but classes that extend past the 10:55 a.m. meeting time (e.g., 9:00 - 11:55) will meet beginning at 10:30 a.m. Classes that start before 10:30 a.m. will be cancelled. Classes that start at 10:30 a.m. and after will be held.
If the College closes early, classes in session will conclude at the closing time regardless of when they begin (i.e., if the College is closing at 3:00 p.m., a 2:30 p.m. class will end at 3:00 p.m. regardless of the regularly scheduled ending time).
Virtual classes will follow the same delayed start or cancellation practice as regular ground classes. Classes at the Kirksville Area Technical Center and the Moberly Area Technical Center will be cancelled if the public school is closed. Online classes will follow the regular due dates for the class. Students in special programs (i.e., Health Sciences) will be expected to follow the guidelines of the programs regarding extended class times or clinical meetings.