Why no snow day today?

I found it interesting that District 150 and Morton Schools were pretty much the only area schools open today. Is it because Norm Durflinger who is now the interim Superintendent of District 150 is also the Mayor of Morton?

I live off a main snow route that was no where near being shoveled this morning as we struggled to get off the side street. The ride to school was nerve wrecking to say the least. Our school, which has a huge parking lot, was not shoveled and it was treacherous to maneuver.

Apparently, I am not the only person wondering why District 150 decided to keep schools open. Pastor Harvey Burnett sent the following inquiry to local media outlets:

Media:

I don't mean to be an antagonist (I really don't) but I have received a number of inquiries today regarding PSD150 and their decision to remain open.

From the accounts I have received from just 3 schools, there are over 1,000 students out because of the weather. Many other organizations have closed today also and most private schools that I am aware of (I could be wrong however). Can anyone inquire as to Dist. 150's rationale and treatment of our students regarding this matter?

I took mine late, only because the Dist was open and after quite a workout (which I can use) shoveling snow. In the inner city many of the kids have to walk to school and catch buses and the streets are a work in progress.

I don't necessarily want to push the issue but I think we need to know what the District's thoughts are regarding our children. Are they concerned?

Pastor Harvey Burnett