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Due to unsafe road conditions, GCPS will hold a Digital Learning Day on Feb 2, 2026, with all buildings closed and remote instruction; updates on Feb 3 will follow. A Jan 30 notice had cancelled weekend events; Gwinnett County also opened warming stations for residents at 35 degrees or below from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m., and residents are urged to use ParentSquare for emergency alerts.
Columbia Heights Public Schools in Minnesota closed Monday after a credible bomb threat emailed to multiple schools; police and multiple agencies searched campuses with no suspicious items found. Classes are set to resume on Tuesday; the district includes five schools and about 3,400 students. The threat was described by authorities as racially and politically motivated.
The District 65 school board in Evanston/Skokie voted unanimously to begin the process of closing Kingsley Elementary School, as part of a broader plan to address a significant budget deficit, with hearings scheduled for January and a reevaluation of Lincolnwood Elementary planned for October. The district aims to stabilize finances by meeting specific fiscal and utilization targets, but faces community concerns and debates over the impact of closures.
A second school in Medford, Massachusetts, canceled classes due to a stomach illness outbreak affecting 20% of students, prompting deep cleaning and sanitation efforts to prevent further spread before the holidays.
Life Academy in Montgomery has canceled classes for the rest of the week due to multiple cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, affecting the entire school as a precaution, with classes resuming on September 29. The disease is a common viral infection in children, causing sores and rashes, and is usually mild.
Buffalo Public Schools have canceled classes for Friday due to a State of Emergency declared by Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon, following heavy snowfall and hazardous conditions in the area. The decision was made late Thursday night as weather conditions worsened, particularly affecting South Buffalo, and a travel advisory was issued. The district emphasized the safety of students and staff, many of whom are unable to travel due to snow accumulation.
Valencia Elementary School in Aptos, Santa Cruz County, closed due to a norovirus outbreak, with 93 cases reported since November 5. The virus, which causes vomiting and diarrhea, is spreading through contaminated food, surfaces, or direct contact. Health officials emphasize handwashing and staying home when sick to prevent further spread. The school will be disinfected over the weekend, and no hospitalizations or deaths have been reported.
Philadelphia City Council is launching an investigation into the sudden closure of the University of the Arts, which is set to shut down due to an unspecified financial crisis. The council is seeking answers from university officials, who have been vague about the reasons behind the closure. The abrupt shutdown has raised concerns among students, faculty, and the broader arts community, prompting calls for a thorough investigation.
University of the Arts President Kerry Walk has resigned following the announcement that the nearly 150-year-old institution in Philadelphia will close on June 7 due to declining revenue and enrollment. The news has sparked protests from students and criticism from union officials representing school employees. The university has confirmed refunds for the summer and fall semesters.
Birmingham-Southern College's baseball team ended their emotional postseason run with a loss to Wisconsin-Whitewater in the Division III World Series, just days after the college closed permanently due to financial issues. Despite a dramatic win the previous day, the Panthers were eliminated after a ninth-inning home run by their opponents.
Birmingham-Southern College's baseball team, despite the school closing permanently, kept their Division III World Series hopes alive with a dramatic 9-7 comeback win over Randolph-Macon, highlighted by Jackson Webster's two-run walk-off homer. The team, playing with nothing to lose, has captured national attention and continues to fight for a championship.
Birmingham-Southern, despite its school closing due to financial hardship, won a thrilling 9-7 comeback victory over Randolph-Macon in the Division III World Series. Jackson Webster hit a two-run, walk-off homer in the ninth inning, keeping their championship hopes alive. The team, playing unburdened and bonded by adversity, will face Wisconsin-Whitewater next.
The Birmingham-Southern College baseball team has made an inspiring run to the Division III College World Series, providing a bright spot for the community as the 168-year-old institution closes due to financial instability. Despite initial struggles, the team turned their season around, bringing joy and pride to students, faculty, and alumni. The team's journey has garnered national attention and significant support, including a successful GoFundMe campaign to cover travel expenses and commemorative rings.
Birmingham-Southern College is closing its doors next week, but its baseball team is making a historic run to the Division III College World Series. Despite facing challenges like food poisoning, the team has advanced to the championship, with a GoFundMe launched to support their final season expenses. The school officially closes on May 31, the same day the team plays for the national title.
Birmingham-Southern College's baseball team has advanced to the Division III College Baseball World Series after sweeping Denison University in the super regional series. The team will compete for the national championship on May 31, the same day the financially troubled school is set to close its doors permanently.