School Closings and Delays: MCPS, FCPS, BCPS, LCPS and More — Monday, February 23, 2026

A winter storm sweeping through the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region Sunday night into Monday morning has forced widespread school closings and delays across the area. Montgomery County Public Schools, Fairfax County Public Schools, Loudoun County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Schools, Howard County Public Schools, and many more have all issued status updates for Monday, February 23, 2026. Check the full list below — and monitor your school system's official website and alerts for any updates throughout the morning.

Key School Closings and Delays at a Glance — Monday, February 23, 2026

MCPS — Montgomery County Public Schools: CLOSED

Montgomery County Public Schools are fully closed on Monday, February 23. Offices are open on time; staff should report as on a regular non-instructional day. MCPS does not currently have a state-approved virtual learning plan in place, so no remote instruction is available for students during the closure.

FCPS — Fairfax County Public Schools: CLOSED

Fairfax County Public Schools initially announced a two-hour delay before upgrading to a full closure due to worsening conditions. All FCPS schools and central offices are closed Monday, February 23. All extracurricular activities, interscholastic contests, team practices, field trips, after-school programs, adult education classes, and community use by outside groups are also canceled. Essential personnel should follow supervisor direction.

LCPS — Loudoun County Public Schools: CLOSED

Loudoun County Public Schools are fully closed Monday. A winter storm warning was issued specifically for Loudoun County. Parents should check the LCPS website and @LCPSOfficial on social media for any updates.

BCPS — Baltimore County Public Schools: Virtual Learning

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) are transitioning to virtual learning Monday, February 23. The virtual day runs on a 2-hour delay schedule for students. Central and school-based offices will open on time. All activities are canceled. Families should refer to the schedule and instructions shared directly by their school.

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS): Virtual Learning

AACPS schools will operate virtually on Monday. Real-time virtual instruction with teachers begins at 8:30 or 8:45 AM ET depending on each school's individual schedule. Parents can find specific start times at the AACPS website under student schedules or the Stay Connected page.

Howard County Public Schools: CLOSED

Howard County Public Schools upgraded from a two-hour delay to a full closure due to worsening conditions and an extended winter weather advisory. All school buildings and office buildings are closed. Central office staff will work virtually. Emergency employees should report as directed.

What's Causing the Closings and Delays?

A major winter storm tracking up the East Coast brought several inches of wet, heavy snow to the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region Sunday evening into Monday morning. The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for the District of Columbia, central and southern Maryland, and northern Virginia, forecasting 2 to 4 inches of snow with localized totals around 5 inches, along with northwest wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph overnight through Monday morning. Maryland State Government declared liberal leave for all counties and Baltimore City from 6:00 AM ET through the end of the Monday day shift.

Conditions are expected to improve through midday. Check your school system's official website, app, or social media feeds for any updates on Tuesday schedules.