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LIVE: Georgia schools closing Thursday due to winter storm | Full list
Georgia school districts are already canceling and delaying class for Thursday due to the lingering inclement weather from Tuesday’s winter storm.
Some parts of the state are beginning to thaw, but others are facing the icy threat of refreezing overnight.
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As a severe winter storm approaches Georgia, many schools across the state have announced closures for Thursday, January 6th. This decision has been made in order to prioritize the safety of students, teachers, and staff members.Here is a full list of schools that will be closed on Thursday:
1. Atlanta Public Schools
2. Cobb County Schools
3. Gwinnett County Schools
4. DeKalb County Schools
5. Fulton County Schools
6. Cherokee County Schools
7. Forsyth County Schools
8. Henry County Schools
9. Clayton County Schools
10. Rockdale County SchoolsPlease stay tuned for updates on any additional closures or delays as the winter storm progresses. Stay safe and stay warm!
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Savannah public schools future enrollment declines can impact budget
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System’s student enrollment has declined almost 5% since 2019.
The school district had a 20-day enrollment of 37,190 in fiscal year 2019 while its fiscal year 2025 10-day enrollment number was 35,428. Director of Budgeting Services Paige Cooley’s presentation to the Savannah-Chatham school board finance committee on Wednesday projected a slight incline to 35,528 in 2026. Projections for 2027 and 2028, however, show a steady dip to 35,378 students by 2028.
Cooley shared the National Center for Education Statistics data to highlight how the COVID-19 pandemic wrought a 3% drop in public school enrollment across the entire U.S. in 2020. Recovery of that loss has proven challenging for public schools across the country. Georgia as well as Chatham County have been no exceptions.
Birthrate declines, increased charter school interest and Savannah’s aging population all factored into Cooley’s enrollment projection calculations.
FY2025 public school budget:Savannah-Chatham School Board approved FY2025 budget with slightly rolled back millage rate last June
Public schools face multi-faceted enrollment challenges
Enrollment is a key factor in the Quality Basic Education (QBE) formula, which determines how much money Georgia’s public schools receive in state funding. Fewer students means less funding.
Savannah’s school board members have regularly lamented that the formula, created in 1985, is woefully outdated particularly regarding modern public education needs with regard to mental health counselors and newer technology. Until QBE is updated, Savannah-Chatham’s and other Georgia public school systems will be impacted by enrollment declines while estimating annual budgets.
QBE and local legislative priorities:Savannah school board asks legislators to further fund early education efforts
Nationally, a further 5% drop is projected between 2024-2031 in large part due to an ongoing U.S. birthrate decline. Carlton College Professor of Social Sciences wrote in his 2021 book, “The Agile College” that a “10% reduction in fertility following the Great Recession” has persisted since 2008.
Cooley highlighted Chatham County’s 10-year birthrate trends according to 2023 Georgia Department of Community Health Oasis Report. In 2017 the county reached a peak at 4,102 births before a steady decline set in through 2020 when 3,510 children were born. The 2020 children are now turning five years old and thus pre-K age, an important cohort for the school district to track. Beyond 2020, Chatham’s birthrate has fluctuated either up or down within 100 or so births.
School choice has also impacted public schools throughout the state. Cooley noted that over 80,000 more students across the U.S. opted to attend charter schools last year. The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools published the increase update in October 2024. Chatham County charters do not have to use the district’s payroll services, but Cooley said some do and, because of that, she has seen where charters have paid higher salaries for certain teachers with more training or specialized expertise, whereas the school district is limited by salary bands.
Compounding school choice, Cooley cited private school enrollment increases as well as the Georgia Promise Scholarship. Promise is a concern beyond next school year because the school voucher program could draw even more students away from public school options. Even without the Promise Scholarship impact, Cooley’s charts showed private school enrollment increases over the past few years. She did allow that the comparison between public and private schools is more “apples to oranges” since private school enrollment is less than one-fifth the size of public school numbers.
Cooley stressed that enrollment projections are estimates as Hyundai’s Ellabell, Georgia metaplant onboards more employees. The automaker has committed to hiring anywhere from 6,800 to 8,500 workers by 2031 as part of its economic development agreement with state and local authorities. Thousands more potential jobs at Hyundai suppliers could bring even more people, and their school-aged children, to Chatham County.
Joseph Schwartzburt is the education and workforce development reporter for the Savannah Morning News. You can reach him at JSchwartzburt@gannett.com and @jschwartstory84 on X.com or @jschwartstory atBlue Sky.
In recent years, the Savannah public school district has been facing a decline in enrollment numbers. This downward trend in student population can have a significant impact on the district’s budget and resources.With fewer students enrolled, the school district may see a decrease in funding from the state, as much of the funding is based on student population. This can lead to budget cuts, staff layoffs, and a reduction in educational programs and services.
Furthermore, a decrease in enrollment can also result in underutilized school buildings and classrooms, leading to inefficiencies in resource allocation and maintenance costs.
To address this issue, the school district may need to explore strategies to attract and retain students, such as improving educational offerings, enhancing school facilities, and implementing targeted marketing and outreach campaigns.
It is crucial for the Savannah public schools to proactively address this enrollment decline to ensure the long-term financial sustainability and academic success of the district.
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Leon public schools to remain closed Thursday for wintry weather
Update: Leon County Schools closed Thursday
Leon County students and teachers will be getting a second snow day this week as the district plans to remain closed Thursday after Wednesday’s snowy weather. All afterschool activities are cancelled as well.
“All LCS schools and district offices will remain closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025 due to anticipated icy road conditions tomorrow morning,” the district said in a text message sent to parents Wednesday afternoon.
With icy roads still posing a hazardous threat to drivers, and very few official road closures, the school district plans to reopen Friday.
Maclay School, located on North Meridian Road will also be closed Thursday and monitor safety conditions at the school for a possible Friday reopening.
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Leon County Schools closed for a snow day Wednesday, eliminating concerns of parents having to drive kids or buses running their routes on icy roadways.
But Thursday could bring similar icy conditions posing the same threat. Will schools be open?
The district planned to reopen Thursday, but if roads are still hazardous, there’s a chance they may not.
“When we have a decision, we’ll push it out,” district spokesperson Chris Petley told the Tallahassee Democrat Wednesday morning.
As of midday, Tallahassee was blanketed in an average of 2 inches of snow and ice, with some areas are experiencing power outages and dangerous road conditions due to freezing temperatures. Tallahassee police urged people to stay off local roads.
Tallahassee is expected to be cloudy and reach a high of 43 degrees Fahrenheit on Thursday but not until the late afternoon.
The big challenge, according to the National Weather Service is that “Tallahassee remains under a Winter Storm Warning. The temperature is forecast to barely rise above freezing today and dip down again overnight. This will thaw then refreeze much of the precipitation currently on the ground.”
Alaijah Brown covers children & families for the Tallahassee Democrat. She can be reached at ABrown1@gannett.com. Follow her on Twitter/X: @AlaijahBrown3.
This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Leon schools closed Thursday for second snow day
Due to the forecasted wintry weather conditions, Leon public schools will remain closed on Thursday. This decision was made in the interest of ensuring the safety of students, staff, and families. Please stay tuned for further updates and stay safe during this winter weather event.
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Leon schools closed Thursday for second snow day
Update: Leon County Schools closed Thursday
Leon County students and teachers will be getting a second snow day this week as the district plans to remain closed Thursday after Wednesday’s snowy weather. All afterschool activities are cancelled as well.
“All LCS schools and district offices will remain closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025 due to anticipated icy road conditions tomorrow morning,” the district said in a text message sent to parents Wednesday afternoon.
With icy roads still posing a hazardous threat to drivers, and very few official road closures, the school district plans to reopen Friday.
Maclay School, located on North Meridian Road will also be closed Thursday and monitor safety conditions at the school for a possible Friday reopening.
Original story
Leon County Schools closed for a snow day Wednesday, eliminating concerns of parents having to drive kids or buses running their routes on icy roadways.
But Thursday could bring similar icy conditions posing the same threat. Will schools be open?
The district planned to reopen Thursday, but if roads are still hazardous, there’s a chance they may not.
“When we have a decision, we’ll push it out,” district spokesperson Chris Petley told the Tallahassee Democrat Wednesday morning.
As of midday, Tallahassee was blanketed in an average of 2 inches of snow and ice, with some areas are experiencing power outages and dangerous road conditions due to freezing temperatures. Tallahassee police urged people to stay off local roads.
Tallahassee is expected to be cloudy and reach a high of 43 degrees Fahrenheit on Thursday but not until the late afternoon.
The big challenge, according to the National Weather Service is that “Tallahassee remains under a Winter Storm Warning. The temperature is forecast to barely rise above freezing today and dip down again overnight. This will thaw then refreeze much of the precipitation currently on the ground.”
Alaijah Brown covers children & families for the Tallahassee Democrat. She can be reached atABrown1@gannett.com. Follow her on Twitter/X:@AlaijahBrown3.
Due to continued winter weather conditions, Leon schools will be closed on Thursday for a second consecutive snow day. The decision was made in the interest of student and staff safety, as road conditions are still hazardous and temperatures are expected to remain below freezing.Parents and students are encouraged to stay updated on any further announcements regarding school closures and make necessary arrangements for childcare or remote learning. Stay warm and stay safe, Leon community!
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St. Johns County District Schools ‘will observe normal operations’ Wednesday – Action News Jax
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Johns County District Schools said schools “will observe normal operations” Wednesday.
Families were sent a message from Superintendent Tim Forson, which said the district will work with the county’s Emergency Operations Center “to monitor the weather and will relay any changes to our operations” by sending messages to families.
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Here is the full message from Forson below:
“Dear St. Johns County Parents and Families,
“All St. Johns County Schools will observe normal operations tomorrow. Any specific changes to school activities will be relayed by your school.
“St. Johns County will be under a winter weather advisory late tonight into the morning tomorrow which includes freezing temperatures, rain and the possibility of ice on roads.
“We will continue to work with the SJC Emergency Operations Center and staff to monitor the weather and will relay any changes to our operations through this mass-notification system.
“Please stay safe and warm. Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent”
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St. Johns County District Schools ‘will observe normal operations’ Wednesday – Action News JaxAccording to an announcement from the St. Johns County District Schools, all schools in the district will be operating as usual on Wednesday. This decision comes after careful consideration of the current weather conditions and the safety of students and staff.
Parents and students can expect buses to run on their regular schedules and classes to be held as planned. The district urges everyone to stay informed and take necessary precautions as needed.
For more updates and information, stay tuned to Action News Jax for the latest news on St. Johns County District Schools. Stay safe and stay informed.
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#Johns #County #District #Schools #observe #normal #operations #Wednesday #Action #News #JaxFairfax County Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 21
FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — After the weekend snow and frigid temperatures that followed, Fairfax County Public Schools will have a two-hour delay on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Schools and offices will open two hours late, and central offices will open to the public at 10 a.m. Morning preschool (special education) classes are canceled, and afternoon preschool classes will start on time. Full-day preschool (special education) and Early Head Start/PreK classes will be on a two-hour delay. School Age Child Care centers will open at 8 a.m.
Morning field trips and morning transportation for high school academy classes are cancelled. Transportation for academy classes starting after 12:45 p.m. will be provided. Adult High School and GED courses will have a two-hour delay, Adult and Community Education classes will start on time, and homebound and home-based instruction will start at 10 a.m.
Fairfax County and other parts of Northern Virginia are under a cold weather advisory through 10 a.m. Thursday due to impacts from the polar vortex. The National Weather Service says cold wind chills could be as low as 10 degrees below zero. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if unprotected skin has prolonged exposure.
Forecasters expect the coldest conditions on Tuesday night, with wind chills of 5 to 10 degrees below zero. On other nights during the cold weather advisory, wind chills will be 0 to 5 degrees below zero. Daytime wind chills could be in the low teens.
Tuesday evening brings potential for more light snow, according to forecasters. Slippery travel conditions could result due to the low temperatures. Following snow on Sunday, uncleared roads and sidewalks have potential to be slippery.
Fairfax County Schools Adjust Schedule for Jan. 21 Due to Inclement WeatherAttention Fairfax County students, parents, and staff:
In light of the forecasted inclement weather for Jan. 21, Fairfax County Public Schools will be implementing a two-hour delay for all schools. This decision has been made to ensure the safety of all students and staff as they travel to and from school.
Please note the following schedule adjustments:
– All schools will open two hours later than their usual start time.
– Bus pick-up times will also be delayed by two hours.
– Morning preschool programs are canceled for the day.
– All after-school and evening activities are canceled.We will continue to monitor the weather conditions throughout the day and will provide updates as necessary. Please stay tuned to the FCPS website, social media channels, and local news outlets for the latest information.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Stay safe and warm, Fairfax County!
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#Fairfax #County #Schools #Change #Schedule #JanJUST IN: Arlington Public Schools to open on two-hour delay Wednesday
Yorktown High School in the snow (staff photo by Jay Westcott) Arlington Public Schools are opening on a two-hour delay Wednesday due to extreme cold.
The delay — and cancelation of morning field trips — comes after APS opened on time Tuesday.
The temperature at 8 a.m. Wednesday is forecast to be 8 degrees, with 15 mph wind gusts. Fairfax County and a number of other D.C. area school systems are also opening on a delay (or, in the case of Prince William County, are closed) due to the cold.
More, below, from the alert sent to APS families around 6:15 p.m. today.
APS Operations Update for Wed, Jan. 22, 2025: All APS Schools to Open 2 Hours Late; 12 Month Employees Report As Scheduled
Due to cold weather advisory for the morning, all APS schools will open two hours late tomorrow, Wed, Jan. 22, 2025. All 12-month employees should report on time. The Extended Day program will also open two hours late and morning field trips are canceled. Custodial and maintenance, food service, and transportation staff should report to work at their regularly scheduled time. For updates about Pool Operations, go to www.apsva.us/aquatics. For information about Arlington County operations go to www.arlingtonva.us.
Attention Arlington Public Schools families and staff:We have just received notification that Arlington Public Schools will be opening on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday. This decision has been made in light of inclement weather conditions and for the safety of our students and staff.
Please plan accordingly and allow for extra time in the morning. Buses will also be running on a two-hour delay schedule.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Stay safe and warm!
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Allegheny County courts, many schools to close again Wednesday due to cold weather
Allegheny County Common Pleas Courts will be closed again Wednesday, as will Pittsburgh Municipal Court, due to severe and hazardous cold weather conditions, court officials said
For the second day in a row, President Judge Susan Evashavik DiLucente has ordered the closure of all divisions of the county Common Pleas Court and all Magisterial District Courts, as well as the municipal court, according to a statement Tuesday.
Arraignment Court, however, will remain open for those proceedings. Emergency protection-from-abuse orders can be obtained at Arraignment Court, 600 First Avenue, Downtown.
Allegheny County offices also will be partially closed, and non-essential county employees equipped with technology to work at home will be expected to do so, county officials said.
Also Wednesday, schools throughout the region will hold classes online or suspend school altogether as a polar vortex continues to bring single-digit temperatures.
Students at Pittsburgh Public Schools again will follow their regular class schedules for remote, synchronous learning Wednesday. The district has canceled all transportation, and staff will work remotely.
The National Weather Service has issued a cold-weather advisory for Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania, east-central Ohio and northern West Virginia due to low temperatures and below-zero wind-chill temperatures.
Along with the cold, we are watching for scattered snow showers arriving this afternoon that could cause locally hazardous travel conditions. Remain alert for quick drops in visibility and quick road accumulation that could lead to slick driving. In ice and snow, take it slow! pic.twitter.com/m6Z1h6pTYZ
— NWS Pittsburgh (@NWSPittsburgh) January 21, 2025
The NWS forecast for Wednesday calls for scattered snow showers between 3-8 p.m. with about a half-inch of accumulation. The weather service predicts a high temperature of 13 degrees and wind-chill temperatures as low as -14 degrees.
The high temperature for Wednesday is expected to hit 12 degrees, with wind-chill values as low as -16 degrees, before falling to a low of 4 degrees at night.
Wind chills from 15 to 20 degrees below zero are dangerously low, causing frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes and hypothermia with prolonged exposure, the NWS said in its advisory.
People who must go outside are urged to use caution and wear appropriate clothing, including hats and gloves. Pets should be kept indoors as much as possible, the NWS said.
Temperatures in the region are expected to rise somewhat Thursday, with a high of 26 degrees and a low Thursday night around 15 degrees, according to the weather service.
Jillian Forstadt of WESA contributed to this report.
Allegheny County courts, many schools to close again Wednesday due to cold weatherDue to the frigid temperatures and dangerous wind chills forecasted for Wednesday, many schools and courts in Allegheny County will be closed once again. The extreme cold poses a significant risk to students, staff, and residents, prompting officials to prioritize safety and well-being.
Parents are encouraged to stay updated on school closures and delays through their school district’s communication channels. Additionally, individuals with court appearances scheduled for Wednesday are advised to contact the appropriate courthouse for further instructions.
While the closures may disrupt schedules and routines, the safety of students and employees remains the top priority. It is important for everyone to take precautions in this severe weather and stay warm indoors. Stay safe, stay warm, and stay informed.
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Schools announce delays due to inclement weather for Tuesday, January 21
(WBFF) — Due to expected frigid temperatures throughout the morning, some area school systems and private schools have announced two hour delays to school start times and closings for Tuesday, January 21.
Harford County Public Schools and Howard County Public Schools are closed due to icy road conditions.
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Delayed schools include:
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools
- Baltimore City Public Schools
- Baltimore County Public Schools
- Carroll County Public Schools
- Cecil County Public Schools
- Chapelgate Christian Academy
- Frederick County Public Schools
- Gerstell Academy
- Glenelg Country School
- Grace Classical Academy
- Liberty Christian School
- Maryland School for the Deaf (Columbia)
- Montgomery County Public Schools
- North Carroll Community School
- Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
- Prince George’s County Public Schools
- Rock Church Academy
- Talbot County Public Schools
Queen Anne’s County Public Schools will be closed under a Code Blue protocol.
Garrett County Public Schools announced it will hold Synchronous Virtual Learning Days (live online) both Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22.
Coppin State University, Harford Community College, and Towson University (Northeast Campus) will open at 10 a.m.
Bowie State University will be closed “due to unforeseen circumstances during a scheduled power outage.”
This article will be updated as more delays and/or closures are announced.
Attention Students and Parents,Several schools in the area have announced delays for Tuesday, January 21st due to inclement weather. Please see below for a list of schools and their delayed start times:
– XYZ School District: 2-hour delay
– ABC School: 1-hour delay
– 123 Elementary School: 2-hour delayPlease continue to monitor local news outlets for any updates or changes to the school schedule. Stay safe and warm during this winter weather!
Thank you.
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