APS Issues Inclement Weather Announcement

From Atlanta Public Schools

Atlanta Public Schools (APS) will close all schools and offices Wednesday, Feb. 25, due to the severe winter weather forecast by the National Weather Service for the metro Atlanta area. The predicted winter storm is expected to significantly impact travel in the metro Atlanta area.

In addition to the closure of schools, all district activities, including community meetings, extra-curricular activities, and athletic events and practices are cancelled.

APS is monitoring weather conditions and when severe weather threatens Atlanta, the district activates its severe Core Weather Team to evaluate the potential impact on school operations. In addition to receiving regular updates from the National Weather Service, Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management, and the Georgia Emergency Management Agency. This group also monitors the impact of weather related events on APS students and employees. The Weather Team will meet late Wednesday to determine the storm’s impact on Thursday’s academic day.

If there are any changes to the regular school day, parents, guardians and employees will be notified by robo-calls, emails and text messages. For APS charter schools, parents and caregivers should contact their schools directly and monitor those schools’ website and social media channels.

For updates about delays and closings due to weather, please continue to check the APS website, social media channels, and local news outlets.