Louisiana school closures due to winter weather

Southeast Louisiana residents are expected to experience dangerously cold temperatures this weekend and through next week. Latest cold weather forecast | Radar | Download our app | Sign up for weather alerts | Send us your photos | The following schools have announced their plans to either close, transition to remote learning, have a delayed start, or monitor the weather before making a final decision. New Orleans: Closed MondayThe safety and well-being of our school community remains our top priority. NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS), in close coordination with city emergency officials and school leaders, is carefully monitoring incoming winter weather conditions and has decided to close all schools and the district office on Monday, January 26, 2026.Forecasts indicate that temperatures are expected to remain below freezing during the typical morning student arrival period. This prolonged sub-freezing period increases the risk of ice accumulation on roads, sidewalks, and school grounds, creating potentially hazardous conditions for school bus routes, family transportation, and pedestrian safety.This proactive closure will also allow the district time to thoroughly assess the condition and operational status of school facilities, campus areas, and infrastructure once temperatures rise later in the day.NOLA-PS appreciates the understanding and cooperation of our community during this time. In collaboration with the City of New Orleans Office of Emergency Preparedness and Orleans Parish officials, we will continue to monitor weather forecasts and road conditions and provide additional information as needed should it impact ongoing school operations. Jefferson Parish: Closed MondayDue to extreme cold and the potential for icy roads and unsafe travel conditions, all Jefferson Parish Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 26.This decision was made in coordination with parish officials and emergency management partners to protect the safety of students, staff, and families. Cold temperatures and ice may impact roads, transportation, and campus operations.District teams will continue to monitor conditions. Updates regarding reopening plans will be shared as additional information becomes available. Jefferson Rise Charter School: Virtual MondaySt. Tammany Parish: Closed MondayAll St. Tammany Parish Public Schools and Offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to expected winter weather conditions. The National Weather Service is forecasting extremely low temperatures and a chance of dangerous road conditions. We have made this decision in close coordination with the St. Tammany Office of Emergency Preparedness and Parish Officials. The safety of our students and employees is our top priority.St. Bernard Parish: Closed MondayAll St. Bernard Parish Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26th due to freezing temperatures and the potential for icy road conditions. All after-school activities are canceled. We have made this decision after close communication with the National Weather Service and our local Office of Emergency Preparedness. We will continue to monitor the weather and will provide updates about Tuesday as soon as we have more information, so please continue to monitor our social media accounts and webpages.As always, keeping our students and school families safe is our top priority. We thank you for your support and patience.Hancock County: Due to cold morning temperatures, Hancock County School District will start school one hour later than normal on Monday, January 26. This delayed start helps keep students safe and allows time to ensure buses are operating properly so students are not waiting outside in extreme temperatures.📍 Please note: The graphic includes adjusted arrival times and class start times for each school level.Families are encouraged to use the StopFinder app for real-time bus updates.Please continue to monitor ParentSquare and district social media for any additional updates.Washington Parish: Virtual learning MondayDue to winter weather concerns, Monday will be a Virtual Learning Day for all Washington Parish School System schools. Please continue to monitor our official communication channels for updates regarding school operations. The safety of our students & staff remains our top priority.Tangipahoa Parish: Closed MondayDue to extremely cold temperatures forecasted across our district, all Tangipahoa Parish School System SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026. TPSS 12-month employees should report to work by 10 AM on Monday. We will continue to monitor the weather forecasts and make a decision for school on Tuesday by Monday afternoon. Temperatures are expected to drop well below freezing, so dress in layers with appropriate outerwear if you need to leave the warmth of your home. Please use all precautions when using space heaters. If needed, there are warming center locations in local communities. Lafourche Parish: Closed MondayIn consultation with area emergency management officials, all Lafourche Parish public schools and offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, and all school-related activities are canceled. Decisions regarding Tuesday will be made Monday, and we will provide an update to our families regarding the safe reopening of schools once we are able to assess our campuses for any weather-related impacts. We will also continue working cooperatively with local authorities to ensure conditions are safe for students and staff to return. We will communicate updates on school operations through employee email, SchoolStatus, social media and our website, mylpsd.com. We encourage everyone to stay safe and warm and take precautionary measures.Terrebonne Parish: Closed MondayTerrebonne Parish School District will cancel school and close all offices this Monday, January 26, 2026, due to freezing temperatures, extremely low wind chills in the morning, potential for low water pressure, and potential hazardous roads and bridges in the morning. The District has 5 extra days built into the schedule, so we will use one of the 5 extra days as a make-up day.Plaquemines Parish: Closed MondayDue to today’s rain combined with a sudden drop in temperatures, which may result in 𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀, 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. All school-related activities are also canceled on Monday.We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Our operations team will continue assessing and addressing any winter-weather hazards at school sites.We anticipate a return to normal operations for all students and employees on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Please continue to monitor our regular lines of communication for any additional updates.St. John Parish: Closed Monday Out of an abundance of caution, all SJBP public schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. We will use this time to assess school readiness and conditions for Tuesday. Additional information regarding school operations will be communicated as soon as it becomes available. For everyone’s safety, we encourage all students, staff, and families to closely follow the instructions and guidance of local authorities.St. Charles Parish: Closed MondayAs St. Charles Parish Public Schools continues to monitor winter weather conditions in coordination with the St. Charles Parish Emergency Operations Center, the school system has made the decision to close all schools and the School Board Office on Monday, January 26, 2026. This decision is being made now to provide families with time to prepare.Forecasts indicate temperatures are expected to be below freezing during the morning arrival period. Closing schools on Monday will allow the district time to assess the condition and operational status of facilities and campus areas once temperatures rise later in the day.At this time, schools and offices are expected to reopen on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. We will continue monitoring conditions, and any change to school operations will be communicated no later than 5 PM on Monday through the school system’s established communication channels.Safety remains a top priority when making decisions about school operations, while also balancing the needs of students, employees, families, and the broader community.St. James Parish: Closed MondayDue to the possibility of icy winter conditions on local roads and bridges, all St. James Parish schools and school offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. Additionally, all school-related activities are canceled on Monday.We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. Our dedicated maintenance and transportation teams will work diligently to assess and address any winter-weather hazards at our campuses.A decision regarding operations for Tuesday, January 27, will be made on Monday. We will communicate any additional information about school operations through our official channels, including our website, social media platforms, and messaging system. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.Catholic Schools: Closed MondayDue to the anticipated impacts of the expected freezing temperatures in the area, all Catholic school campuses in the Archdiocese of New Orleans will be closed tomorrow. This decision was made in consultation with local Emergency Management Officials with the safety and well-being of our school communities as a priority. All schools will be reaching out directly to their student families. Families are asked to look for communications from their school leaders with instructions for how the day will be managed (i.e. whether the day will be canceled or include virtual or synchronous learning). Parents with questions or concerns should be in direct communication with their school leaders. All are encouraged to join in prayer for all those impacted by this winter weather, particularly the most vulnerable in the area.Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux: The Diocesan Pastoral Center, satellite offices, and Catholic schools will be closed on Monday, January 26. The safety of our community, our staff and our children is our highest priority. We will continue to monitor the conditions and communicate any changes. As of now, offices and schools will reopen on Tuesday, January 27. Bishop Simon Peter Engurait continues to work closely with diocesan leadership and our local emergency management partners. Let us continue to pray for the safety of all during this time.Colleges: University of Holy Cross: The University of Holy Cross has decided to transition to remote operations for Monday and Tuesday. I will keep you posted if there is a need to extend. Please let me know if you need anything regarding this announcement. Appreciate you helping to get this message out! Southern University and A&M College: Due to the forecast of inclement weather, Southern University campuses on the Baton Rouge landmass will shift to remote operations on Monday, January 26. This includes Southern University and A&M College, Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center, Southern University Law Center, and Southern University Laboratory School. Campus dining services will be available in Dunn Hall from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Normal operations are slated to resume on Tuesday, January 27. Updates will be sent via campus email and official Southern University social media accounts.Nicholls:Due to the impending winter weather and uncertainty of conditions, Nicholls will close on Monday, January 26, and all classes and scheduled campus activities are cancelled.Student residents may remain on campus and food service will continue to be provided to those students living on campus. Residents should monitor emails and advisories from the Office of Residential Living on meal times and options.As always, remain weather-aware and obey law enforcement officials regarding road closures. Continue to monitor your email, the university website and university social media accounts for important updates.Southeastern: Due to expected winter weather conditions, Southeastern will transition to remote work and learning on Monday, January 26. Students, communicate with your professors as needed. We expect to resume normal on-campus work and class schedule on Tuesday, January 27.Xavier University of Louisiana: Xavier University of Louisiana continues to monitor the projected winter weather and its potential impact on campus. At this time, the University will operate on a normal schedule on Monday, January 26, 2026. If conditions change, updates will be provided. Please continue monitoring local weather and use caution when traveling.Nunez Community College: Due to the weather conditions, Nunez classes and operations will be remote on Monday, January 26th. Students should contact their instructors with any questions. Employees should communicate with supervisors. Additionally, Monday evening workforce classes have been postponed until Wednesday, January 28th. We will continue to monitor the weather conditions and remain engaged with local authorities and the Office of Emergency Preparedness. Please be weather aware; updates will be provided via text, Canvas, social media, and the Nunez website in regards to Tuesday operations.Note: If your school is not listed, contact your school administration office for more information on plans for the winter weather.