SNOW DAYS

Apr 20 2026EDUCATION

How Virginia schools are turning snow days into learning days

Virginia schools have quietly transformed how they handle winter weather in recent years. Instead of canceling classes entirely, many now use remote learning to keep students on track. This shift didn’t happen overnight—it took time, trial, and lessons from the pandemic. Before, schools often had to

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Jan 17 2025EDUCATION

How Many Snow Days Are Left in Howard County Schools?

Want to know how many snow days are left for the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS)? With snow showers predicted in the upcoming days, it's a good question. But first, let's understand what's coming. Two rounds of snow are expected in Maryland before the polar vortex hits us. Roads might get

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Nov 21 2024EDUCATION

No More Snow Days in NYC: Remote Learning to Replace Them

New York City students won't have traditional snow days this year. Instead, they'll switch to remote learning when bad weather hits. The city's Department of Education is sticking with this plan, even though it faced issues earlier this year. Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos announced this at

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