School Closures Due to Inclement Weather in Multiple States: Extreme winter conditions, including freezing rain, snow, and sub-zero temperatures, are expected to impact several states early next week. School districts are prioritizing the safety of students and staff by closely monitoring weather forecasts in collaboration with emergency management agencies. These measures come alongside existing closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 2025.
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As winter weather descends upon large parts of the United States, school districts in several states are preparing for potential closures due to freezing temperatures, snow, and icy conditions. Below is a comprehensive overview of school closures and schedule changes as announced by various districts.
Alabama: Tracking Freezing Weather and School Closures
Baldwin County Public Schools
According to local reports, Superintendent Eddie Tyler announced that while no final decision has been made, schools are likely to close if snow or freezing rain is predicted overnight. Tyler emphasized the danger icy roads and bridges pose to bus operations and student safety.
Chickasaw City Schools
The district is monitoring weather conditions in collaboration with local agencies. Decisions regarding closures will be communicated via SchoolStatus, Facebook, and local news outlets.
Cottage Hill Christian Academy
Cottage Hill Christian Academy will remain closed on Tuesday, January 21, due to extreme wind chill temperatures and potential snowfall. The status for Wednesday, January 22, will be announced based on updated weather forecasts.
Mobile County Public Schools
Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill indicated a strong possibility of closures on Tuesday, January 21. Parents can expect updates late Sunday evening or Monday morning, according to local media reports.
Santa Rosa County District Schools
While schools are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, officials are monitoring the forecast and will decide on closures for January 21 based on input from the National Weather Service.
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
St. Paul’s Episcopal School has announced closure on Tuesday, January 21, with updates for subsequent days to follow.
Louisiana: School Closures in Baton Rouge and Surrounding Areas
Texas: Winter Preparations in San Antonio
East Central Independent School District
The district is monitoring road conditions with Bexar County officials. Closure decisions will be announced by 5:00 a.m. on affected days.
North East Independent School District
A team will assess road conditions early in the morning, and decisions about closures will be made by 5:00 a.m.
South Carolina: Plans for Winter Weather
Aiken County Schools
Schools and offices will be closed on January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Updates regarding closures on January 21 will be shared by 3:00 p.m. on January 20.
Columbia County Schools
Schools are actively monitoring forecasts and will announce closures by 5:00 p.m. on January 20 if necessary.
(With inputs from local reports)