Acadiana school systems are sending their school closures in anticipation of next week's winter weather.
Here are the announcements we have so far, arranged by parish. If your school is closed and you want it posted here, send the closure information to news@katctv.com
AROUND ACADIANA: Both Episcopal School of Acadiana campuses will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
ACADIA PARISH
Acadia Parish School System will be closed Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22, due to Arctic Cold Weather. Schools will be sending learning packets home with students at dismissal Friday. Parents, please ensure that your students follow the recommendations on how to complete the packets during the closure. If conditions permit, school and district administrative teams will inspect campuses to assess the conditions of campuses on Wednesday afternoon. They will also continue monitoring weather forecasts, temperatures and road conditions to make a decision about the safe return of students and staff for Thursday, January 23, 2025.
CALCASIEU PARISH
With the confidence that is now present in the upcoming winter weather forecast, all Calcasieu Parish School Board schools and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 21. The safety of students, faculty, and staff is the priority, and closing schools is in their best interest. An update will be provided to families as to the status of school on Wednesday by Tuesday at 5 p.m. Please stay tuned to CPSB’s website, social media channels, and local media outlets in the coming days.
EVANGELINE PARISH
Evangeline Parish School System: 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 Tuesday (1-21-2025) and Wednesday (1-22-2025), the Evangeline Parish School District, all campuses and district offices, will be closed 1-21-2025 and 1-22-2025. The safety of our students and employees remains our top priority. Check local/regional media outlets, EPSB’s website and social media platform for updates.
IBERIA PARISH
From Iberia Parish School System: Based on recent updates from the National Weather Service and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, our area is expected to experience frigid cold temperatures and various forms of winter precipitation which will pose dangerous travel conditions next week.
In order to ensure the safety of all stakeholders, the Staff Development Day and Parent Conferences scheduled for Tuesday, January 21 will be cancelled. We will communicate opportunities to reschedule Parent Conferences at a later date. District Offices will also be closed on this day. Additionally, schools and district offices will remain closed through Wednesday, as temperatures are not forecasted to rise above freezing until after noon. At that time, essential personnel and maintenance crews will inspect all campuses for broken pipes, water pressure, and heating to ensure a safe return for students and staff. It is our hope that we will be able to return to normal operations by Thursday morning.
Parents should continue to check our district website, Facebook page, and local media outlets for updated information. Important updates will also be communicated through our JCampus Robo Text System.
Acadiana Christian School in New Iberia will be closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week.
JEFF DAVIS PARISH:
The Jeff Davis Parish School System will be closed Tuesday, January 21st and Wednesday, January 22nd due to arctic cold weather entering our area. The National Weather Service is anticipating snow and/or freezing precipitation along with the extremely cold temperatures staying below freezing for a 48-hour timeframe. The snow, rain, and icy conditions will start early Tuesday morning and will linger into Wednesday afternoon. Having these two days allows us to assess our schools late Wednesday afternoon once the temperature gets above freezing and make needed repairs to our infrastructure. It will also allow our bus operators to survey their routes on Wednesday afternoon once it is safe. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. There are just too many safety factors to consider during this 2-3 day weather event for me to feel safe with putting our students and staff on the road. Schools will be sending learning packets home with students at dismissal today. When weather conditions permit (most likely Wednesday afternoon), school and district administrative teams will inspect campuses to assess any potential damage. We will continue monitoring weather forecasts, temperatures, and road conditions to make a decision about the safe return of students and staff on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
LAFAYETTE PARISH:
Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) officials have announced that all schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and Wednesday, January 22, 2025, due to expected Arctic cold weather and the possibility of snow and/or freezing precipitation. If conditions permit, the LPSS Facilities team and school administration will inspect campuses to assess water and heating systems on Wednesday afternoon. The district will also continue monitoring weather forecasts, temperatures, and road conditions to determine if schools can safely reopen on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Parents, staff, and community stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed by checking the LPSS website, following the district’s Facebook page, tuning into local media outlets, and enabling notifications on the J-Campus app for real-time updates.
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette will transition to remote instruction and operations on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and Wednesday, Jan. 22, in anticipation of the cold weather and precipitation expected early next week. University-sponsored events on these dates are postponed. Updates on Wednesday's Ragin' Cajuns basketball game are forthcoming. The campus is set to resume in-person activity on Thursday, Jan. 23. Facilities Management and University administration will inspect campus to assess water and heating systems as well as pathways and roads. The University will continue to monitor weather and road conditions. A follow-up message will be sent next Wednesday. Residents will receive an additional email with information about dining and other campus services. Employees should prepare for remote work by bringing home necessary equipment. University phones must still be answered during this period. If you need to log in to the University's VPN via UConnect while working remotely, multi-factor authentication is required with your Microsoft 365 credentials. View instructions for accessing the VPN [u12097671.ct.sendgrid.net]. The drop and add period will be extended to Friday, Jan. 24. Students who are unable to participate in classes remotely 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 work remotely should contact their immediate supervisors. For official updates, follow the University’s website and official social media accounts and check your University email. If you have not signed up to receive alerts via the University's emergency notification system, please do so. To view instructions for adding or confirming your ENS information, log in to ULinkand search for the Safety & Emergency Notification System card. There, you can view instructions and update your ENS email address, phone number and address. You can also download the UL Shield safety app, if you have not done so already.
Due to the projected winter weather, Lafayette Christian Academy will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, and Wednesday, January 22. LCA is closed in observance of MLK Jr. Day on Monday, January 20.
The Quad will be CLOSED Tuesday 1/21. As of now, we will be open Monday 1/20 and Wednesday 1/22. We will continue to monitor the weather and update you of any changes. Members who normally attend on Tuesday are invited to make up their sessions on a day of their choosing.
LARC will be closed Tuesday due to the weather. We are closed Monday for the MLK holiday as well.
Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy will close on Jan. 21 & 22.
JCFA Lafayette Charter High School will be closed January 20, 21, and 22.
All locations of Sugar ‘n Spice Children’s Academy and Vacation Station will be closed on Tuesday, January 21st, in anticipation of freezing weather conditions.
ST. LANDRY PARISH
St. Landry Parish Families,
We are closely monitoring forecasts indicating the potential for severe weather conditions across St. Landry Parish, with the possibility for increased risk of winter precipitation beginning as soon as Tuesday, January 21, 2025. As a result, we have decided to close all St. Landry Parish schools and administrative offices on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. This school closure includes school-related activities. We anticipate resuming regular school hours on Thursday, January 23rd but will keep you informed if things change. This decision was made after close consultation with the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness to ensure the safety of our students and staff, which remains our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we take necessary precautions during this winter weather event. We appreciate your continued support of our district.
ST. MARTIN PARISH
Due to forecasted freezing temperatures, the possibility of snowfall, and the potential for icy conditions on roads and bridges, all schools and offices in St. Martin Parish will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The safety of our students and staff is our highest priority, and we are taking these precautionary measures to prevent any travel-related incidents. We will continue to monitor weather conditions closely and will make decisions regarding a safe reopening as conditions evolve. Please stay safe and continue to monitor official communication channels for any further updates. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
ST. MARY PARISH
Tuesday, Jan. 21 & Wednesday, Jan. 22 - St. Mary Parish & Vermilion Parish Head Start Centers will be closed.
From St. Mary Parish School System: St. Mary Parish public schools will be closed on January 21 and January 22 due to anticipated extreme weather conditions from Arctic air. Based on advisories from state and local officials, and with concerns regarding the safety of travel for both students and employees, these closures are necessary. All schools and district offices will be closed on these dates. Any further updates will be posted on district websites and communicated via our communication portals.
VERMILION PARISH
From the Vermilion Parish School System: In consultation with OEP and National Weather Service, the call for below freezing temperatures will begin early Sunday evening and last until late Wednesday early Thursday. In addition, frozen precipitation in the form of snow or ice is forecasted for late Monday until Tuesday afternoon. Based on these forecasts, we will be out of school on Tuesday and Wednesday. Re entering school on Thursday will be determined by temperatures and the ability to reopen water lines.
ATHLETICS AND EXTRACURRICULAR EVENTS
- Events and practices may take place today and tomorrow. Practices indoors may take place until Sunday at noon. After that all events are shut down until further notice.
- All external buildings will have water lines shut down today after school.
- Stadiums will be shut down on Sunday.
- Main buildings will not be turned off if there are no externally exposed pipes
