January 2025 — As a series of powerful winter storms continue to batter the U.S., school districts in several states have announced closures due to severe weather conditions, including heavy snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. These closures are affecting students and families from Indiana to Texas, with major disruptions to daily routines.
Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri School Closures
Districts in Indiana, including the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools, and several others, have announced school closures for Wednesday. In Ohio, all schools in Cincinnati were closed, alongside districts in Kansas City, Kansas. In Missouri, Independence School District and Raytown School District closed their doors on Monday, continuing closures through Wednesday.
Kentucky and Virginia School Closures
In Kentucky, Jefferson County Public Schools and several districts across the state, including Fayette, Boyle, and Floyd counties, remained closed. In Virginia, Culpepper County Public Schools and Loudoun County Public Schools announced closures extending into Wednesday. Similarly, West Virginia closed public schools in over 30 counties.
Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia School Closures
The District of Columbia’s public schools closed Monday, as did schools in Philadelphia. These closures come as part of a broad response to the winter storm’s impact on the region.
Kansas and Nebraska School Closures
In Kansas, multiple districts including Kansas City Public Schools and Lawrence Public Schools closed for the day. Nebraska’s largest district, Grand Island Public Schools, was also shut down on Wednesday due to the hazardous weather conditions.
Texas and New Mexico School Closures
In Texas, El Paso Independent School District and Canutillo Independent School District both canceled classes Wednesday due to the plunging temperatures and possible snow. San Elizario Independent School District and Fabens Independent School District also closed. Several districts across New Mexico, including Gadsden Independent School District, announced two-hour delays due to the frigid temperatures.
As the winter storms continue to move across the country, many districts are monitoring the weather and making adjustments to schedules accordingly. Authorities are urging residents to stay safe and prepare for further disruptions in the coming days.
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