A significant winter storm is sweeping across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions today, forcing numerous school districts to announce closures and delays as families brace for hazardous weather conditions. The incoming system is bringing a mix of snow and rain, creating treacherous travel conditions that have prompted school administrators to prioritize student and staff safety.
Schools Respond to Inclement Weather
Massachusetts and New Hampshire are among the hardest hit areas, with multiple school districts announcing closures and early dismissals as the winter weather intensifies. The storm has caught the attention of education officials across the region, who are monitoring conditions closely throughout the day.
In the
Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region, several school districts have opted for delayed openings rather than full closures. Clarke County Public Schools, Culpeper County Public Schools, Fauquier County Schools, Frederick County VA Public Schools, and Warren County Schools have all announced
2-hour delayed arrivals for Tuesday, December 2. Winchester Public Schools and Matthew's Center for Visual Learning have similarly implemented 2-hour delays to allow road crews time to treat surfaces and improve driving conditions.
What Parents Should Know
The mix of snow and rain expected overnight Monday into Tuesday morning across much of the Washington, D.C., region has already prompted these precautionary measures. School administrators are taking a cautious approach, recognizing that winter weather can develop rapidly and create dangerous commuting situations for buses and families.
Essential personnel and custodians at affected schools have been notified of their reporting requirements, ensuring that facilities remain operational even with delayed start times. Parents are advised to check their local school district websites and news outlets for the most up-to-date information, as this remains a developing situation with potential for additional announcements.
The National Weather Service continues to monitor the system, and more schools may announce closures or delays as conditions evolve throughout the day.
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Boston 25 News - School Closings and Delays December 22.
FOX 5 DC - School Closings and Delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia3.
WTOP - Closings & Delays Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia
Sources
1. List of school closings, delays Tuesday, December 2 as winter storm hits the state
2. School closings, delays in DC, Maryland, Virginia for Tuesday, December 2
3. Closings & Delays: Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia - WTOP
