CHCCS, Orange County Schools, and Chatham County Schools each announced that Wednesday, Jan. 28 will be another remote learning day following Winter Storm Fern.

In a Facebook post, the CHCCS cited “lingering icy spots and overnight freezing temperatures” as the primary factors leading to its decision.

“While a lot of roads have been cleared and melting is happening, it’s not just about streets,” the post read. “Neighborhood bus stops (especially in shaded areas), school parking lots, sidewalks, walkways and driveways are not entirely ready for a safe school day. However, our teams will be at schools tomorrow to prepare for a safe re-opening as soon as possible.”

Tuesday was the first remote learning day used by the school system this academic year. Wednesday will mark the second, meaning it will have three remote-learning days left. Monday was a previously scheduled teacher work day.

One difference in planned instruction between Tuesday and Wednesday is that middle and high school students will be expected to attend synchronous class sessions rather than working on asynchronous assignments. Pre-K and elementary school students’ instructions remain the same as Tuesday. All afterschool activities in the district have been canceled.

Orange County Schools followed suit later Tuesday afternoon, announcing similar plans.

“Roughly half of the secondary roads in our county are icy and hazardous for travel right now, and freezing temperatures will continue throughout the morning on Wednesday,” a Facebook post from the school system read. All afterschool activities at Orange County Schools have been canceled.

Alongside the previously mentioned districts, Chatham County Schools also announced a remote learning day Wednesday.

“After consulting with the National Weather Service, local DOT, and emergency management personnel, this decision was made due to the impending dangerous road conditions as a result of this week’s winter storm, and extreme cold temperatures overnight,” a Facebook post from the district read.

For more on local resources and tips for making it through winter weather safely, check out Chapelboro’s guide. To learn more about what government services have been impacted by Winter Storm Fern, read out our story.

 

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