Prince George's Co. Schools Make Schedule Decision For Jan. 26

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — All schools and offices with Prince George's County Public Schools are closed for Monday, officials announced Sunday late afternoon.

Only emergency personnel are to report to work. Teachers will have a virtual self-directed professional day to complete end of quarter grade reporting, planning and other professional duties.

The school district also cancelled all weekend activities and facility use on Sunday.

"The decision to delay or close schools is not taken lightly. Information about the weather is gathered from many sources, including the National Weather Service, county agencies and neighboring school districts. PGCPS transportation supervisors survey roads, school driveways and sidewalks throughout the county. We understand that changes to our school schedule greatly impact families — and we have made a concerted effort this year to inform you of delays and closures with as much advance notice as possible. In times when decisions are not as timely, please know we are doing our best," the school district stated on its website.

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Emergency weather plans process

When it snows or the roads are icy, the school district recommends families listen to the radio or watch the news for notification of school closings or delays.

The superintendent generally makes decision concerning early morning school closings or delayed openings prior to 5 a.m.

An announcement is then provided to 38 radio stations and eight television stations in the Washington metropolitan area. The goal is to contact the stations in time for early morning broadcasts that begin between 5 and 6 a.m.

When schools are closed early or all day, all evening activities are cancelled and school buildings are not available for after-school activities by other private or public organizations. When schools have a two-hour delayed opening time, all half-day programs are cancelled.

Ways to stay informed

• PGCPS website (www.pgcps.org)
• Social media sites (facebook.com/pgcps, Twitter and Instagram: @PGCPS)
• PGCPS-TV (Comcast Channel 96 or Verizon FIOS Channel 38)
• Local media outlets for updates
• E-alerts through SchoolMessenger
• PGCPS Weather Line 301-952-6000 (option “1”)