Schools in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, Jacksonville area, closed

GEORGIA, — This story will be updated as news comes in.

Several counties across the First Coast, were under a Winter Storm Warning Tuesday night into Wednesday as wintry precipitation, and in some areas, snow, descended. 

Many school districts that were closed Wednesday will now reopen Thursday. However, due to power outages and icy conditions, some school districts are choosing to remain closed Thursday. 

So far, all local Florida counties will return to school Thursday. However, that is subject to change, and we will update if closures are announced.

Here’s which school districts will not reopen: 

Here’s what the school district said about Thursday: 

“Based on the 5:00 PM update from the National Weather Service, it has been determined that Nassau County residents should avoid driving until 10:00 AM tomorrow, Thursday, January 23. As a result, Nassau County Schools will remain closed tomorrow.

We understand that the timing of this decision may be frustrating, but the unprecedented nature of this weather and the rapidly changing impact on our roads necessitated a late update. We sincerely appreciate our community’s understanding and ongoing commitment to the safety of our students and staff.”

Due to icy roads and widespread power outages, Glynn County Schools will remain closed on Thursday, Jan. 23. This closure includes all after-school and athletic activities. Weather permitting and a thorough assessment of our school buildings, school is expected to resume on Friday, Jan. 24.

The district will communicate any updates through ParentSquare, the district website, Facebook page, and media partners.

Due to the ongoing effects from the winter weather event, all Ware County schools and the Central Office will remain closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025. 

The Ware County Emergency Management Agency has requested that everyone stay off the roads unless travel is absolutely necessary. 

A decision regarding school operations for Friday, January 24, 2025, will be made on Thursday after further assessment of conditions. 

Pierce County Schools will remain closed Thursday, January 23 due to hazardous road conditions. All after school activities will be canceled.

“We will evaluate road conditions and weather tomorrow to make a decision about Friday. It is a great day to stay home, stay warm, and make a snowman!” said School Superintendent Dara Bennett.

Due to the widespread impacts of Winter Storm Enzo, including icy roads, power outages, and expected freezing temperatures, Camden County Schools will remain closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025. This includes all after-school activities and events.

Due to widespread power outages and the possibility of hazardous road conditions, Charlton County Schools will be closed Thursday. Officials plan on reopening school on Friday.