A winter storm is causing widespread school closures and a shift to remote learning across several major U.S. cities. School districts are responding to hazardous conditions with closures impacting millions of students.
School Disruptions Across the Nation
New York City public school buildings are closed this Monday, with classes continuing remotely. In Chicago, public schools were closed Friday due to frigid temperatures, but are expected to reopen on Monday. The Houston Independent School District has announced the closure of all schools and facilities for Monday.
Atlanta-area schools are also affected, with Gwinnett and Fulton counties, as well as the city of Decatur, moving to remote learning. DeKalb County schools are canceled for Monday. Further west, the Dallas Independent School District will be closed Monday. Charlotte, North Carolina, public schools are also closed for the day.
School closures extend to the East Coast, with public schools in Philadelphia and Boston both closed on Monday. In Tennessee, all schools in the Memphis-Shelby County system are closed due to “dangerous conditions,” and the Nashville metropolitan area’s public schools and offices will be closed both Monday and Tuesday.
The Washington, D.C. area is also experiencing disruptions. Washington, D.C. public schools are closed for a scheduled records day. In Virginia, Fairfax County public schools are closed Monday. Maryland’s Prince George’s County schools are closed Monday, while Montgomery County schools will be closed Monday and Tuesday. Finally, Baltimore City Public Schools are also closed on Monday, according to their website.
The situation remains fluid, and further closures or adjustments to learning formats are possible as the storm progresses. School districts will likely continue to monitor conditions and make decisions based on local forecasts and safety assessments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cities have announced school closures?
New York, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Dallas, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Boston, Memphis, Nashville, Baltimore, and multiple counties within the Washington, D.C. area have all announced school closures or a shift to remote learning.
Are schools in Chicago reopening on Monday?
Yes, Chicago Public Schools are expected to reopen on Monday after being closed Friday due to frigid temperatures.
How long will schools in Nashville be closed?
Schools and offices in the Nashville metropolitan area will be closed for both Monday and Tuesday.
How do you think these widespread school closures will impact students and families in the affected areas?
Worth a look