USD 232 recently installed weather stations at the Mill Valley High School, De Soto High School, and Mill Creek Middle School campuses. One of the features of the weather stations is the ability to detect lightning and alert our staff via audile alerts and through a mobile app.

The school district follows lightning guidelines published by the Kansas State High School Activities Association that places a priority on the safety of students, staff, and spectators. This is not just for sports, but also includes outdoor PE classes, recess, etc. If lightning is detected at one of our weather stations within ten miles, any student activities taking place outdoors shall be moved inside.

The weather stations are programmed to issue audible alerts between the hours of 7am and 10pm.

We are pleased to have this opportunity to enhance our severe weather preparedness to support our students and staff.