ACADIA PARISH
The following was released by Acadia Parish Public Schools:
Out of an abundance of caution for students, staff, and the community, the Acadia Parish School System will be closed Tuesday, January 16th, and Wednesday, January 17 due to prolonged below-freezing temperatures. We plan to resume normal operations on Thursday, January 18, 2024. The scheduled Acadia Parish School Board meeting on Tuesday, January 16 will be moved to Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. We will keep all stakeholders for the Acadia Parish School System informed of any additional developments due to the cold weather moving forward.
LSUE
LSU Eunice’s campus will be closed on Tuesday, January 16 due to expected extreme winter weather in and around the Eunice area. All in-person classes will be canceled for the day. Chartwell’s Food Services will be opened to serve the residents of Bengal Village. Classes and normal business operations are currently scheduled to resume on Wednesday, January 17. LSU Eunice officials will continue to monitor the forecasts and local conditions with any updates being announced on social media and www.lsue.edu [lsue.edu].
EVANGELINE PARISH
The Evangeline Parish School Board has announced they will close schools both Tuesday, January 16, and Wednesday, January 17.
The school board released the following notice:
In communication with our local 911/Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEP) and based upon the most recent National Weather Service (NWS) advisory, indicating extremely cold temperatures with a possibility of unsafe driving conditions tomorrow (1-16-2024) and Wednesday (1-17-2024), the Evangeline Parish School District, all campuses and district offices, will be closed 1-16-2024 and 1-17-2024. The safety of our students and employees remains our top priority. We anticipate that we will resume regular operations Thursday, January 18, 2024. Check local/regional media outlets, EPSB’s website and social media platform for updates.
Sacred Heart School - Based on an advisory from a local weather advisory, as a result of anticipated unsafe driving conditions due to extreme weather, Sacred Heart School will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16. We will update everyone as soon as we receive additional information.
IBERIA PARISH
The Iberia Parish School District released the following information:
Due to the continued extreme cold and expected single digit wind chills tomorrow morning, Iberia Parish Schools will remain closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. These extreme low temperatures pose danger to students outdoors without proper protection. Student and staff safety must be our priority. All school campuses will be inspected tomorrow afternoon once temperatures rise above freezing, and we expect to return to normal operations on Thursday, January 18, 2024.
Epiphany Day School of New Iberia closed Thursday.
JEFF DAVIS PARISH
Jeff Davis Parish Public Schools will remain closed for Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
LAFAYETTE PARISH
LPSS released the following:
In response to the ongoing extreme cold weather and below freezing temperatures in our area, the Lafayette Parish School System has decided to extend the closure of all schools and facilities. All schools and facilities will remain closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. The safety of our school community remains our top priority. While we will continue to monitor weather conditions closely, we do anticipate the reopening of schools and facilities on Thursday, January 18, 2024. We will provide updates to our families and staff as the details become available.
SLCC - All SLCC campuses will be closed Tuesday, January 16. Normal operations are set to resume on Wednesday, January 17. Operations and classes will resume at 10 am to allow for temperatures to rise. Those with challenges returning should connect with their instructor or supervisor directly. We will continue to monitor the weather throughout the evening and early morning and send updates, as necessary.
UL Lafayette - The University of Louisiana at Lafayette will resume operations on Wednesday, Jan. 17; offices will be open, and classes will be held as scheduled.
The University has taken measures to safeguard the campus. The Office of Facility Management will inspect the campus again on Wednesday morning and address any issues. Employees and students should still use caution and avoid shaded areas where ice may remain.
Students, faculty, and staff members should use caution when traveling to campus. Students who are not able to travel to campus should contact their professors. If a student needs further assistance, they can contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@louisiana.edu.
Faculty and staff members who are unable to travel to work should contact their immediate supervisors.
The University will continue to monitor the National Weather Service forecast. Should weather conditions change, information will be provided on UL Lafayette's website [louisiana.edu], posted to official social media accounts, and sent to your University-issued email address.
Diocese of Lafayette
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy - Closed Wednesday, January 17, due to wintry weather.
St. Thomas More Catholic High School - STM will be closed tomorrow, January 16 due to the national weather service winter weather advisory. Classes will resume on Wednesday, January 17.
Sugar ‘n Spice Children’s Academy - All locations of Sugar ‘n Spice Children’s Academy and Vacation Station will be closed Tuesday, January 16 and Wednesday, January 17.
Gethsemane Christian Academy and Gethsemane Lapetite - Closed on Tuesday, January 16, and Wednesday, January 17.
Lafayette For My Child Learning Center - Closed on Tuesday, January 16 and Wednesday, January 17.
Episcopal School of Acadiana - Both ESA campuses, Lafayette and Cade, will be closed Wednesday, January 17.
Youngsville Christian School - Closed Tuesday, January 16.
First Baptist Christian School Lafayette - FBCS will be closed tomorrow, January 16, due to the National Weather Service winter weather advisory. Classes will resume on Wednesday, January 17. The First Baptist Lafayette Men’s Breakfast on Tuesday, January 16 will be rescheduled.
Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy both high school and elementary do not have school January 17, 2024.
Campbell Academy - Open Wednesday, Janaury 17.
ST. LANDRY PARISH
Due to possible unsafe weather conditions from the forecasted arctic blast, all St. Landry Parish School District schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and Wednesday, January 17, 2024. The St. Landry Parish School Board announced the following:
With icy roads and freezing temperatures expected throughout the days ahead, we have made the decision to cancel classes, sporting activities, and practices to ensure the safety of our students, families, and staff. Stay warm and safe at home. For continued updates on closures, follow our social media and check local news outlets. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this wintery weather event. Let's hope for sunshine and warm weather ahead!
Opelousas Catholic - Due to anticipated unsafe driving conditions, OC will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The school plans to return for a full day on Thursday as of now. An email will be sent to parents and staff if that changes for any reason.
St. Edmond Catholic School, Eunice - Out of an abundance of caution due to the impending extreme freezing temperatures and winter precipitation, SECS will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Good Shepherd Montessori School - Closed Tuesday, January 16, and Wednesday, January 17.
ST. MARTIN PARISH
The St. Martin Parish School System released the following information:
After communication with the National Weather Service, all St. Martin Parish schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Guidance on the professional development sessions scheduled for 1/16/2024 will be sent out by school administrators. All students will participate in continuous learning from home on 1/17/2024. The safety of our students, families, and employees remains our top priority. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
St. Bernard School - Closed Tuesday, January 16.
Episcopal School of Acadiana - Both ESA campuses, Lafayette and Cade, will be closed Tuesday, January 16.
ST. MARY PARISH
The following was released via a Facebook post made by St. Mary Parish Schools:
St. Mary Parish Public Schools will remain closed for Wednesday, January 17, 2024. All schools will resume Thursday at normal hours. Upon return to school, students are encouraged to dress warmly and will be allowed to wear school – appropriate jeans this Thursday and Friday. We Thank You for your understanding as we take necessary precautions concerning the safety of our students and their physical well-being. We will continue to provide updates as needed.
St. John Elementary - Closed Tuesday
Hanson Memorial High School - Closed Tuesday
V. B. Glencoe Charter School - Closed on Tuesday, January 16 and Wednesday Janaury 17. Normal school operations will continue on Thursday, January 18.
VERMILION PARISH
Vermilion Parish School System released the following message on Facebook:
Based on information from our outside weather folks, a concern from our water districts about a lack of water pressure and the inability to turn water back on at our facilities until temperatures are sustained above freezing, the Vermilion Parish School system will be closed on Wednesday. We will resume normal operations on Thursday. This will allow our central office and maintenance departments the ability to visit our schools tomorrow after lunch and troubleshoot any potential issues that the cold weather may have caused. Thank you for understanding and we appreciate your support in these efforts.
Vermilion Catholic - Closed Tuesday, January 16, and Wednesday, January 17.
Additional Closures and Cancellations:
STATE OFFICES - Due to severe weather, all state offices will be closed until noon Wednesday, Jan. 17. Beginning at noon, all offices will open and be operational through the remainder of the day.
Supervisors are authorized to grant leave requests based upon individual need and/or circumstances which preclude an employee from reporting for duty.
During the closure, all agency heads are responsible for determining those essential personnel who should remain on duty, report for duty or those who should report to alternate work sites as necessary. Officials continue to monitor conditions throughout the state, and this announcement may be updated. This office closure applies to all nonessential employees, including those authorized to work from home.
City Court of Lafayette will be closed until noon today. All court matters scheduled for today have been canceled. Court sessions will be rescheduled and notices will be mailed to last address on file.
Lafayette Transit System (LTS) announces that all transit services will be suspended for January 16, 2024. This includes Night Owl and paratransit services. Regular transit service will resume on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 5:45 AM.
Acadiana Waste Services (AWS) will suspend trash collection on January 16, 2024 for solid waste collection in the City of Lafayette and the unincorporated parts of Lafayette Parish. Regular service will resume January 17, 2024.
Waste Management in Youngsville has suspended trash and recycling pickup for Tuesday. Service will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week similar to Christmas and New Year weeks, according to Mayor Ken Ritter.
Waste Connections will not be operating on Tuesday, January 16 due to weather conditions and the safety of their employees, St. Martin Parish Government announced.
Tuesday through Friday routes will run one day behind schedule.
LFT Airport - LFT issued the following statement:
The wintry weather is causing flight cancellations and delays throughout the United States, impacting air travel through LFT. Your individual airline is your best source for updated flight information online or on the phone.
All SWLA Center for Health Services sites will be closed today. Any scheduled events have been canceled.
Iberia Council on Aging's meal services for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 and Wednesday, January 17, 2024 are cancelled due to the inclement weather. All services should resume on Thursday, January 18, 2024.
Arc of Acadiana Day Programs - Closed due to inclement weather Wednesday, January 17, and reopening Thursday, January 18.
St. Martin Council On Aging - Due to severe weather warnings, the St. Martin Council On Aging, Inc. is closed. They will resume services on Thursday, January 18 at 7:30 am.
For emergencies, please contact the Office of Homeland Security at (337) 394-2812.
Medicare Education Seminars January 17th, Youngsville Library - Canceled due to weather.
Medicare Education Seminars January 18th, Lafayette Main Library - Canceled due to weather.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office - According to Deputy Chief Eddie Thibodeaux, the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office is closed Tuesday, January 16.
Courthouse and Kaplan City Court Clerk of Court’s Office - Closed on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, but shall re-open Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 8:30 A.M.
Southwest LA Primary Health Care Center, Inc. - Opelousas, LA - Closed Tuesday
Northside Community Health Center - Lafayette, LA - Closed Tuesday
All Kids Pediatrics of Opelousas, LA - Opelousas, LA - Closed Tuesday
Evangeline Family Medicine Center - Ville Platte, LA - Closed Tuesday
LARC - Closed Wednesday, January 17.
Opelousas City Hall - The City of Opelousas (City Hall) will not be open Tuesday, January 16. Only essential personnel are to report. Mayor Julius Alsandor asks residents to stay off streets and conserve water.
Health Care Job Fair - Rescheduled- The Health Care Job Fair will take place Thursday, January 25th, 9am to 12 noon at the Cajundome - Mardi Gras Ballroom.
Lafayette City Court - The city courthouse will be closed until 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 16. See attached document for details:
