Snow, Cancellations, Snow Day Activities and School Residency Crackdown

So here’s the scoop for today, Jan. 12, 2011.

Wintery Wonderland –

By the time snowfall finally comes to a stop, much of Southington is expected to be under at least a foot of snow. The National Weather Service has issued a warning for all of Connecticut through 7 p.m. tonight and local police are encouraging people who don’t need to travel to stay home.

Cancellations –

Southington schools will be closed today and will not have any extra-curricular activities. Town Hall and all government offices are also being closed due to inclement weather with no scheduled meetings.

Do you have a storm closing you’d like to announce? Post it yourself on Southington Patch and let everyone know about your postponement, delay or closing.

Homebound Parent? No Problem –

Looking for a way to fill that entertainment need with the kids stuck inside? Have no power and wondering how you are going to keep everyone entertained? Southington Patch has you covered.

Read today’s article “A Snow Day Survival Guide for Parents” for tips, tricks and advice to make snow days more bearable, even when you can’t open the front door.

Schools Crack Down on Non-Residents –

Southington Schools have entered a district-wide examination to make sure families are not abusing the system and are encouraging those who are violating state statutes to come clean. Read about more here.

Snow Day Photographs –

The time immediately following a winter storm can produce some brilliant, colorful and beautiful pictures of New England in the wintertime. Log in to Southington Patch today and post your own photos of what you did with your snow day.