WTWO News Latest School Closings and Delays

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For families in the Wabash Valley, WTWO (NBC 2) is the go-to source for real-time information on school schedules when Indiana and Illinois weather takes a turn. Whether it’s a sudden ice storm or a thick morning fog, staying informed is the best way to keep your morning commute safe.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Stay Updated with WTWO

WTWO provides several tools to ensure you aren’t the last one to know about a 2-hour delay or a closure:

The WTWO Closings Dashboard: The station maintains a live, alphabetized list of schools, daycare centers, and local businesses. You can find this on the WTWO/WAWV News website.
On-Air Ticker: During WTWO News This Morning, closings are displayed in a continuous scroll at the bottom of the screen.
The MyWabashValley App: You can set up personalized alerts for your specific school district so you get a push notification the moment a decision is made.

Common Schedule Changes in the Wabash Valley

When a superintendent makes the call, it typically falls into one of these categories:

2-Hour Delay: This is the most common response to morning fog or light icing. Buses will run exactly two hours later than their usual time.
eLearning Day: In recent years, many Indiana districts have moved to eLearning instead of “Snow Days.” Students stay home but are expected to log in and complete assignments remotely.
Closed (No eLearning): Typically reserved for severe emergencies or widespread power outages where remote learning isn’t feasible.

Why Decisions Are Made

In the Wabash Valley, the Vigo County School Corporation (VCSC) and surrounding districts base their decisions on three main factors:

Bus Safety: Can the buses safely navigate rural gravel roads and side streets?
Temperature: If wind chills drop below -20°F, many districts will call a delay to protect students waiting at bus stops.
Building Readiness: Ensuring that parking lots are plowed and heating systems are functional before staff and students arrive.

Note to Parents: Always have a “Plan B” for childcare. Most school districts aim to make the final call by 5:30 AM, but rapidly changing weather can sometimes lead to later announcements.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Indiana from WTWO News. Get the most up-to-date local news, weather, sports and community Information in the Wabash Valley.

WTWO, virtual channel 2, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Terre Haute, Indiana, United States. The station is owned by Nexstar Media Group.-Wikipedia