Oklahoma School Closings Continue Amid Bitter Cold

Oklahoma School Closings Continue as Bitter Cold Disrupts Learning

Oklahoma school closings are continuing across the state as bitter cold temperatures and lingering winter weather force districts to keep students off the roads.

Both Oklahoma City Public Schools and Tulsa Public Schools are closed again today, marking another snow day for thousands of students. School leaders say extreme cold and icy conditions remain the primary concern, particularly on neighborhood streets and secondary roads that have not fully cleared.

Oklahoma school closings affect colleges and universities

The impact of Oklahoma school closings extends beyond K-12 districts. The University of Oklahoma will remain on remote learning and remote work for another day as administrators monitor conditions.

At Oklahoma State University, officials announced a delayed start, with campus opening at 10 a.m. and classes beginning at 10:30 a.m. University leaders say the delay allows crews additional time to address walkways, parking areas, and commuter routes.

Districts urge families to check official updates

School officials stress that decisions may vary by district and can change quickly as conditions evolve. Families are encouraged to check school district websites and official social media accounts for the most up-to-date information on closures, virtual learning plans, and activity cancellations.

According to the Oklahoma State Department of Education, weather-related closures are based on transportation safety, staffing availability, and local conditions rather than temperature alone.

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