School Closings, Delays, and Health Alerts Today (March 13, 2026)

πŸ“’ Important News & Notices

  • πŸŒͺ️ Tornado Recovery (Georgia): Cleanup operations continue across Central Georgia following yesterday’s tornado emergency. Several districts are navigating debris removal and localized power outages; attendance policies have been relaxed for the remainder of the week.

  • 🍎 Parent-Teacher Conference Closure: A significant number of districts in the Midwest and Northeast (e.g., Hmong College Prep Academy, MN) are CLOSED today for pre-scheduled Parent-Teacher Conferences.

  • πŸ§ͺ HazMat Watch (South Carolina): Monitoring remains active in Spartanburg County as health officials coordinate with schools regarding the ongoing measles outbreak and localized chemical safety protocols.

  • πŸŽ“ Higher Ed. Spring Break: Campus closures are widespread this week as the “Spring Break peak” hits. Major institutions like PHSC and several state university systems have suspended in-person classes through Sunday.


🚌 Transportation & Bus Summary

United States:

  • Mid-South / Georgia: Bus routes in counties like Houston, Bibb, and Jones may face “detour delays” due to storm debris and ongoing utility repairs on residential roads.

  • Iowa: Emergency lane closures on I-35/I-80 near Des Moines (Grimes) starting at 9:00 AM today may cause significant delays for morning and mid-day vocational school transit.

Canada:

  • Quebec (Montreal/Gatineau): Full service has largely been restored following the mid-week ice storm. However, “black ice” warnings remain for morning routes in Western Quebec and the Gatineau region.

  • Ontario (GTA/Ottawa Valley): Buses are running on a regular schedule. The freezing rain threat has passed, though some rural routes in Renfrew County report muddy conditions on unpaved roads.


πŸ›οΈ Major District Status Table

School/District Name State/Prov Status Reason
Bibb County Schools GA OPEN (Delayed) Post-Tornado cleanup/Safety assessment.
Houston County Schools GA OPEN (Delayed) Storm recovery; adjusted start times.
Hmong College Prep MN CLOSED Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Montreal School Boards QC OPEN Regular operations resumed after ice storm.
PHSC (All Campuses) FL CLOSED Spring Break (March 9–13).
Lourdes University OH OPEN Final Semester (Scheduled closure May 2026).
Trinity Christian IL OPEN Final Semester (Scheduled closure May 2026).
Counting down to Spring Break? Why stop there? 🏁 We’ve reached the final stretch of the 2025–2026 school year. Whether you’re a senior eyeing graduation or a teacher ready for a break, use our tool below to get your personalized countdown. Just select your state to see the 'Days Remaining' status for your region.

🌑️ National Health & Safety Forecast

Current Status: ELEVATED

  • Measles (Critical): South Carolina reports nearly 1,000 cases centered in Spartanburg County. Mandatory “exclusion orders” are in effect for unvaccinated students exposed to the virus.

  • Norovirus (High): A “Second Wave” of gastrointestinal illness is hitting campuses in Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Miami University and Michigan State have reported hundreds of cases this month.

  • Respiratory Update: Influenza B is currently the dominant strain in the Northeast. While Flu A is decreasing, Flu B is causing high absenteeism in elementary grades.


🚨 Parent Action Item

Infrastructure Safety: The US is currently facing an $85 billion deferred maintenance crisis. If your child’s school was built before 1975, be vigilant for “Flash Infrastructure” closures related to corroded plumbing or HVAC failures, which are the leading causes of mid-day evacuations this spring.


For the most current information on school closings or delays in specific areas, it’s advisable to check local news outlets or official school district communications.

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