Reminder of NOVA’s Color-Coded Closure System

December 13, 2022 / General NOVA News

In preparation for inclement weather, please remember our color-coded campus closure system. When you arise and see those welcome snowflakes falling, you can go to your phone to check for a text message, our website, social media channels or any of the local TV or radio stations to check NOVA’s operating status.

NOVA’s Color-Coded System:

CODE RED: COLLEGE CLOSED

  • NOVA is closed with no remote or in-person instruction or services.
  • All services offered at off-campus locations, such as military installations, are closed.
  • Designated (essential) employees are required to report as directed by supervisors.

CODE YELLOW: COLLEGE OPEN BUT BUILDINGS CLOSED

  • NOVA is open but all buildings are closed for in-person use. Buildings are locked with access restricted to designated (essential) employees only.
  • Instruction and college services are open for remote delivery only.
  • In-person classes and services are remote, not cancelled.
  • All online courses continue as scheduled.
  • Designated (essential) employees are required to report as directed by supervisors.
  • Non-designated (non-essential) employees who are able to telework are expected to work/be available to work as needed during authorized building closures to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Non-designated (non-essential) employees who are not able to telework are not expected to work/be available to work as needed during authorized building closures.

     **Telework needs during a code yellow are determined by business need and management discretion**

CODE GREEN: COLLEGE OPEN

  • NOVA is in normal operating conditions.
  • All classes and services continue as scheduled.

DELAYED OPENING

  • NOVA opens at 11 a.m. for in-person services and courses. Services are not offered in-person or remotely until the college opens.
  • In-person classes due to begin before the college opening are cancelled.
  • In-person classes due to begin after the college opening are held as scheduled.
  • All online courses continue as scheduled.
  • All services offered at off-campus locations, such as military bases, are closed until the college opens.
  • During delayed openings, employees able to telework or work remotely are expected to maintain their normal work schedules.

EARLY CLOSING

  • NOVA closes early and moves to a Code Red status.
  • If the College closes early due to inclement weather, faculty and staff may be provided with specific times they can leave. This will help to ensure a safe and orderly departure from building and campuses.

For more information, visit NOVA’s closure webpage at https://www.nvcc.edu/emergency/closing. If you have questions about this new system, visit our FAQ page or contact your supervisor.

Submitted by:
Kathy Thompson, Communications, KAThompson@nvcc.edu