The Rio Grande Valley is facing an arctic blast, prompting several school districts to announce closures and delays on January 21, 2025. The cold weather has led to changes in school schedules across the region as officials prioritize student safety.
- Rio Grande Valley braces for arctic blast
- School closures and delays announced statewide
- Brownsville ISD maintains regular schedule
- Edinburg CISD cancels classes on January 21
- McAllen ISD implements delayed start times
- Weslaco ISD announces two-day delay
School districts are actively communicating with parents about these changes, which include cancellations and delayed starts for various schools.
The anticipated cold front is expected to impact daily operations significantly in the Rio Grande Valley. As temperatures drop, local authorities are urging residents to prepare for harsh weather conditions. School districts are responding by adjusting their schedules to ensure student safety during this period of extreme cold.
Key details regarding school operations include:
- Brownsville ISD: Regular schedule with canceled extended day programs.
- Edinburg CISD: Closed on January 21; regular classes resume January 22.
- McAllen ISD: Delayed start on January 21; elementary at 8:50 a.m., middle at 9 a.m., high at 9:15 a.m.
- PSJA ISD: Closed on January 21; delayed start on January 22.
Additionally, Sharyland ISD and Weslaco ISD have also announced closures and delays. Sharyland will cancel all activities on January 21 but resume classes with a two-hour delay on January 22 starting at 10 a.m. Meanwhile, Weslaco ISD has indicated that both days will see delays in class schedules.
This situation continues to evolve as more updates from local districts are expected throughout the day. Parents should stay informed through district websites and social media channels for real-time information regarding any further changes or additional school closures due to the weather conditions.
