Discover Des Moines School Closures Friday Amid Extreme Cold
As extreme cold sweeps through the Des Moines area, several schools have opted to cancel classes to ensure student safety. This decision was prompted by an Extreme Cold Warning from the National Weather Service.
Des Moines School Closures Announcement
Des Moines Public Schools announced that all classes would be canceled on Friday, January 23. This closure comes as temperatures are expected to drop to 5 degrees below zero, with wind gusts reaching up to 21 mph. The predicted wind chill could feel as cold as 30 degrees below zero.
Other School Districts Affected
- Ames Community School District: All classes and activities canceled.
- Ankeny Community School District: All classes and before/after school programs canceled.
- Bondurant-Farrar Community Schools: All classes and activities canceled; offices closed.
- Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District: All classes canceled; evening activities remain scheduled.
- Johnston Community School District: All classes canceled; KTC child care available at specified elementary schools.
- Southeast Polk Community School District: All classes and evening activities canceled.
- Urbandale: All classes and Adventuretime activities canceled.
- Waukee Community School District: All classes and extracurricular activities canceled; child care is available.
- West Des Moines: All classes canceled.
University of Iowa Transition to Online Classes
The University of Iowa has decided to shift all classes to virtual platforms such as Zoom and Teams for the day. However, university offices and services will continue to operate as usual.
Staying Safe During Extreme Cold
As temperatures plummet, it is crucial for parents to ensure their children remain safe. Dress them in layers and keep them indoors whenever possible to minimize exposure to the harsh winter weather.
For updates on school closures, parents are encouraged to check social media or the respective district’s website for the latest information.
