Message from Steve O'Brien

Dear Parents,

As you probably know there is a possibility that Mt. Redoubt may erupt in the coming days. Depending on the wind conditions and strength of eruption, it is possible that schools within Anchorage may need to close. As with other school closures, Anchorage Montessori School will follow the lead of the Anchorage School District. If a full school day of school closure is necessary, we will use the automated phone system to get the word out. If a mid-day closure is needed, we will attempt to reach all parents by our automated phone system and email.

Experts at the Alaska Volcano Observatory predict that Anchorage should have at least two hours of notice before an ash cloud would reach our school, so there should be enough time for parents to pick up children and drive home. Our school has masks for each child, as well as supplies of water and food if needed. School staff would of course remain at the school until all children are picked up.

Information about ash cloud related school closures will be available on Channel 14, e-mail, our school blog available through our website, through the AMS phone line message outside of the school day, the Anchorage School District emergency recording (742-4000), and major media. Please contact me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Stephen O'Brien
Executive Director
Anchorage Montessori School
907-276-2240