Aaron Gentry+FollowCharlotte’s icy week: School sports hit pauseFreezing temps are shaking up Charlotte’s high school basketball scene this week. With CMS and Iredell-Statesville schools shifting to remote learning Tuesday, all athletic events are off, and several big matchups are being rescheduled. The cold snap—lows near 11 degrees—means icy roads and safety concerns for students and families. There’s even talk of more snow this weekend, so expect more changes. How are these disruptions affecting your plans or your kids’ teams? Share how your school community is adapting and what you think about the decisions so far. #Sports #Charlotte #SchoolClosures00Share
Michael Petty+FollowSix Chicago Catholic schools closing soonSix Catholic schools across Chicago and the suburbs will close their doors for good at the end of this school year, a decision that’s hitting families and neighborhoods hard. The Archdiocese says declining enrollment and financial struggles left no other option, despite months of effort from parents and staff to keep these schools open. Now, families are scrambling to find new schools and teachers are looking for new jobs. How do you think these closures will affect your community, and what does it say about the future of neighborhood schools in Chicago? #Education #Chicago #SchoolClosures00Share
Nicole Snyder+FollowExtreme cold shuts schools across LouisianaFreezing temps are shaking up routines across southeast Louisiana as school districts scramble to keep kids safe. With wind chills expected in the teens and 20s, Terrebonne Parish schools are closing Monday, while Orleans Parish is staying open for now but keeping a close eye on the forecast. The real concern? Slick roads and black ice could make morning commutes risky, especially on bridges. If you have school-aged kids or drive early, how are you preparing for the cold snap? Share your tips or concerns—let’s help each other stay safe! #Education #LouisianaWeather #SchoolClosures10Share
umccall+FollowToronto Snowstorm Chaos: Schools Shut Down!Toronto just got buried under a wild snowstorm—think 30 cm of snow, schools closed (yes, even universities!), and traffic totally wrecked. Highways are shut, cars are stuck in ditches, and even the airport is a mess. If you’re in southern Ontario, it’s basically a snow day for everyone. Police are begging people to stay home. When’s the last time you saw Toronto THIS snowed in? #Transportation #TorontoSnowstorm #SchoolClosures00Share
Jessica Marshall+FollowSnow Day Chaos: School Closures & Parent RightsSnow days aren’t just for sledding—over 250 schools are closed in Scotland, and parents are scrambling! If your kid’s school shuts down, you’ll likely get an email, text, or app alert. Heads up: you can take time off work to look after your kids, but your boss doesn’t have to pay you. Remote learning is the new normal, but if you think it’s too icy to travel, just let the school know. Anyone else juggling work and snowed-in kids? #Education #SnowDay #SchoolClosures00Share
Michael Petty+FollowPower outage could close Boulder Valley schoolsXcel Energy is considering a major power shutoff for Boulder Valley and nearby districts this week, right as students are wrapping up finals and end-of-term events. If the winds pick up and fire risk spikes, schools across Boulder, Adams, and St. Vrain Valleys could close with little notice—meaning families might have to juggle last-minute changes and even go without power at home. Districts are treating this like a snow day, but with more uncertainty. How would an unexpected closure or blackout affect your week? Let’s talk about how everyone’s preparing and what support families might need. #Education #BoulderValley #SchoolClosures00Share
