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As winter weather sweeps through Kentucky and Indiana, many school districts are making critical decisions regarding closures and alternate learning options for students. With an expected snow accumulation and bitterly cold temperatures, parents and students are left wondering what the next day holds. How is your school being affected by this winter weather?
This week, several school districts in the region addressed the adverse weather conditions. With more than 25 schools either closing, implementing virtual instruction, or delaying their start times, the impact on communities is significant. As the colder air moves in, districts are prioritizing student safety while trying to maintain educational continuity.
Weather Overview:
- Projected snowfall: Around 1 inch overnight
- Wind chills: As low as -5°F
- Weather Impact Alert: Active Wednesday night through Thursday morning
- Winter Weather Advisory: In effect until 7 a.m. Thursday
- Cold Weather Advisory: 1 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday
Given these conditions, several school districts have opted to shift to virtual learning or temporarily close. Here’s a compiled list of the Kentucky and Indiana schools impacted:
Kentucky School Closures and NTI Day List
- Anderson County Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Breckinridge County Schools - Closed
- Breckinridge Grayson Headstart - Closed
- Bullitt County Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Carroll County Schools - Closed
- Cornerstone Ac of E'side Praise - Virtual Instruction
- Elizabethtown Independent Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Fort Knox Schools - Closed
- Franklin County Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Grayson County Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Hancock County Schools - Closed
- Hardin County Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Marion County Schools - Closed
- Nelson County Schools - Closed
- Saint James School - Elizabethtown - Virtual Instruction
- Somerset Community College - Closed
- Taylor County Schools - Closed
- Washington County Schools, KY - Closed
Indiana School Delays
- Crawford Co. Community Schools - Virtual Instruction
- Lanesville Community Schools - 2-hour delay
- North Harrison Comm. Schools - Opening 1 hour late
- Perry Central Elem/High Schools - Opening 2 hours late
- Rock Creek Community Academy - 2-hour delay
- South Harrison Community Schools - Opening 2 hours late
The above list represents the decisions made as of Wednesday night and is subject to change as the weather conditions evolve. Parents should remain vigilant and check for updates from their respective school districts for the latest information.
In addition to school closures, local businesses and churches are also evaluating their schedules, with many choosing to close or adjust their hours for safety. Community members are urged to stay safe and warm during this challenging weather period. The local education leaders are committed not only to the safety of students but also to mitigating the disruption to education through NTI or virtual learning arrangements.
Stay informed and prepared this winter! Keep an eye on updates regarding closures, freeze alerts, and more as the winter progresses. Your safety is important, and adapting to these weather changes is crucial for community resilience.
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