School Closure Watch: Oak Park Area, Feb. 19

Updated as of 10:50 p.m. Feb. 18

With a windchill advisory in effect from 6 p.m. Wednesday to Thursday at noon, schools will have to decide if the frigid temperatures threaten the safety of students and staff.

Here’s what we know so far for the Oak Park area, based on school districts and the Emergency Closing Center website. We’ll update this page as more information becomes available.

Closed Feb. 19:

Trinity High School (River Forest)

Open Feb. 19:

District 97
“Our current plan is to hold school as scheduled, but cancel all outdoor activities.”

St. Catherine of Siena/St. Lucy School
”St Catherine St Lucy School will be open this Thursday and Friday (2/19 & 2/20). Please use your discretion in deciding if it is safe for your child to travel to and from school during this winter weather advisory period. We will provide a warm learning environment for your child. Stay warm!”

District 200
“After taking into consideration the National Weather Service’s forecast for tomorrow, Thurs., Feb. 19, we intend to remain open with regular hours of operation.”

St. Giles School

Fenwick High School

Ascension Catholic School

• Did we miss your kid’s school? Email morgan.searles@patch.com.

Find more Chicago-area closings: Emergency Closing Center: Schools, Daycare, Businesses, Libraries

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