Earlier today, I was looking through old predictions, tweets, and posts to record past school closures. The goal is to use these past events as reference points for future situations. I managed to find very old graphics when I was running my first full year of operations. Here’s a quick trip down memory lane, especially for those who followed the service since its inception.

 

First Daily Forecast Graphic (Early 2013)

These graphics were being used on my high school’s morning TV broadcast, which provided weather updates, school news, and other information. Innocently, I included “Inc.” behind Vogt WeatherWatcher, but I later removed it.

 

Daily Forecast Graphic (Late 2013)

Better colors and 3D effects were added to the daily forecasts, making it more vibrant.

 

Daily Forecast Graphic (Late 2014)

Slight improvements with the 3D effects and the high/low pressure areas were made. A new header was introduced as well.

 

Daily Forecast Graphic (Late 2015)

A nice overhaul was done on the daily forecast graphic, including morning, afternoon, and evening conditions; information on how to sign up for daily forecast texts; and an overall cleaner look.

 

Daily Forecast Graphic (Current Version Since May 2016)

The daily forecast was expanded to three days to increase its utility and provide additional information.

 

First School Prediction Graphic (Late 2013)

This was the very first prediction published as a graphic. Then, I called these predictions “What’s Going to Happen?”

 

School Prediction Graphic (Early 2014)

Modern features like the header are slowly starting to take shape.

 

School Prediction Graphic (Late 2014)

The percentage chart area was cut in half to allow a “Reasoning Behind Percentages” section. This new section was created to help eliminate common questions. Of course, I doubt many high school students read this section, especially when the chances for a delay or closing are high.

 

School Prediction Graphic (Early 2015)

The famous pie graph was brought on board. Additional features like “Overall Confidence” and “Timing of Decision” were added to provide additional context to the prediction.

 

School Prediction Graphic (Current Version Since 2016)

A modern look was applied to the prediction graphic. Most noticeably, a disclaimer was added to help prevent students from using my predictions as an excuse not to do homework.

 

It was an interesting trip going down memory lane for me. This service continues to learn, mature, and get better with each passing day. I have an awesome community I get to serve every day; can it get any better than that? Have a good week everyone!