Wake Schools Stay Remote Tuesday Amid Triangle Closures and Delays
Triangle school districts have shifted to remote learning for Tuesday due to hazardous road conditions. Several factors, including the potential for black ice, influenced this decision. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the closures and the processes behind these critical announcements.
Impact of Remote Learning on Triangle Schools
On Tuesday, all schools will operate remotely, with all planned activities and extracurricular events canceled. This decision affects school systems across the Triangle, including Wake County, Chapel Hill-Carrboro, Chatham County, Durham, Johnston County, and Orange County.
School Districts’ Processes for Decision-Making
- Wake County: Wake County schools announced remote instruction after consulting weather forecasts and assessing road safety. Notifications are made through various channels, including emails and phone calls.
- Chapel Hill-Carrboro: Already scheduled for a teacher workday, this district moved to remote learning based on recommendations from its Division of Operations.
- Durham Public Schools: The district assesses conditions using the National Weather Service updates and local safety teams to determine the best course of action.
- Chatham County: Decisions are made after consultations with weather forecasters and assessments of bus routes, communicated via app and social media.
- Johnston County: This district collaborates with local authorities and public safety officials to formulate its response to inclement weather.
- Orange County: An Inclement Weather Team evaluates school readiness and forecasts before making recommendations to switch to remote learning.
Colleges and Universities Adjust Operations
Higher education institutions also adapted to the weather conditions:
- UNC-Chapel Hill: Classes are canceled from noon Saturday until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, with non-mandatory staff not expected on campus.
- NC State: Classes will resume at 10 a.m. Tuesday under reduced operations, with individual instructors communicating any changes.
- Duke University: Implemented its severe weather policy, canceling in-person classes that start before 7 p.m. on Monday.
- NC Central University: Operating under Condition 2 for Monday, all classes and non-essential operations are suspended.
As school systems navigate these challenging conditions, families are urged to stay informed through official channels. The safety of students and staff remains a top priority during inclement weather events across the Triangle.
