School Closings Update: Snow Storm forces changes Wednesday schedules across Maryland
It's Washington D.C. worst storm in 10 years, impacting schedules and travel across the region.
Maryland schools are adjusting their schedules as a powerful snow storm moves through the region, bringing hazardous conditions and forcing school closings across multiple districts. Parents, students, and staff should stay updated as delays, early dismissals, and full closures are announced in response to the winter weather. Officials are urging residents to exercise caution on the roads, as heavy snowfall and icy conditions make travel dangerous.
With school closings and schedule changes impacting thousands, families are advised to check with local school districts for the latest updates. The snow storm is expected to intensify, potentially leading to additional closures and disruptions. Stay informed with real-time announcements and weather advisories as Maryland braces for severe winter conditions.
As of right now, the following list has the updated information about closures, delays and virtual operations.
Schools closed
Several school districts across Maryland have announced closures due to the snow storm, prioritizing student and staff safety amid hazardous travel conditions. Below is a list of schools closed for Wednesday, with more possible closures as the storm progresses. Stay tuned for updates from local officials.
- Baltimore City Public Schools
- Charles County Public Schools
- Howard County Public Schools
- Huber Child Development Center
- Montgomery County Public Schools
- Prince George's County Public Schools
- Queen Anne's County Public Schools
- St. Mary's County Public Schools
Schools delayed
Meanwhile, some Maryland school districts are operating on a delayed schedule as crews work to clear roads and improve travel conditions. Below is a list of schools with confirmed delays, though additional schedule changes may be announced depending on the weather.
- Carroll County Public Schools - 2-hour delay
- Garrison Forest School - opening at 10 a.m
- Gerstell Academy - 2-hour delay
- Harford County Public Schools - 2-hour delay
- Harford Day School - 2-hour delay
- Irvine Nature Center - opening at 11 a.m.
- North Carroll Community School - 2-hour delay
- Washington County Public Schools - 2-hour delay
Schools turning to virtual operations
To minimize disruption to learning, some school districts are shifting to virtual instruction instead of canceling classes entirely. Students in these districts should check their school's online portals and emails for schedules, assignments, and live class instructions. Below is a list of schools implementing remote learning due to the snow storm.
Due to the bad weather, some schools are turning to virtual learning again. Photo: The Washington Post
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools - virtual learning
- Baltimore County Public Schools - 2-hour delay, virtual learning
- Garrett County Public Schools - virtual learning
- H.O.P.E Academy - virtual learning
- North Carroll Community School - 2-hour delay
- Talbot County Public Schools - virtual learning
- Wicomico County Public Schools - virtual learning