Weather Decision For Montgomery Co. Public Schools: Feb. 21

BETHESDA, MD — Due to emergency weather conditions, public schools in Montgomery County will open two hours late on Thursday, Feb. 21.

The school system said in a Wednesday evening announcement: "Montgomery County Public Schools will open two hours late Thursday, February 21, 2019 due to emergency weather conditions. Administrative offices will open on time. Bus service will be provided on a two-hour-delayed schedule. Morning prekindergarten, morning half-day Head Start, other morning half-day programs and field trips are canceled. Other activities and programs that begin at 10:50 a.m. or earlier are canceled. Childcare programs may open as scheduled."

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