San Juan School District schools are operating on a normal schedule for Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, despite ongoing regional flooding, mud, and impassable roads. While schools remain open, Monument Valley High School has postponed its scheduled picture day due to weather concerns, and officials continue to manage student safety and academic continuity amidst environmental disruptions.
Safety and Attendance Protocols
San Juan School District officials confirmed that schools within the district will maintain a normal schedule for Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. However, the district noted that some students reside in areas that continue to be affected by flooding, mud, and impassable roads.
To accommodate students facing travel difficulties, the district stated that parents should notify their school's building administrator if a student is unable to travel safely to school. The district confirmed that these absences will be excused and that students will be provided opportunities to make up any missed work.
Weather Impacts School Events
At Monument Valley High School, the school administration announced on Sept. 17, 2026, that picture day has been postponed due to concerns regarding the weather. The school has not yet provided a new date for the event, but officials stated that students and parents will receive an alert once the session has been rescheduled.
Community and School Engagement
Tse'Bii'Nidzisgai Elementary has been working to maintain strong communication with families during this period of transition. On Sept. 18, 2026, parent Heather Amado asked for patience from parents and guardians as the school works to ensure both student safety and productive classrooms during the current period of transition.
Amado emphasized the importance of the school-parent partnership, stating, "You are apart of our team and we value your feedback. Thank you your support in advance."
Academic Support and Coordination
The focus on community engagement was highlighted earlier in the month during a scheduled event at Tse'Bii'Nidzisgai Elementary. On Sept. 11, 2026, the school scheduled a Parent-Teacher Conference (CCR) day from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The event was intended to allow parents to discuss goals, progress, and ways to support their children's academic success. For those unable to attend the scheduled timeframe, the school requested that parents call or email their child's teacher to arrange an alternative time to meet.
Ongoing Monitoring
As the region continues to manage the impacts of recent environmental conditions, San Juan School District remains focused on balancing operational normalcy with student safety. The district continues to monitor road conditions and weather patterns that may affect student transit and school activities.
District Overview
The district manages several schools, including Blanding Elementary, Bluff Elementary, La Sal Elementary, Montezuma Creek Elementary, Monticello Elementary, Albert R. Lyman Middle School, Monticello High School, Monument Valley High School, Navajo Mountain High School, San Juan High School, and Whitehorse High School.
