Dear City Schools community,
As we recover from one of the worst snowstorms in 10 years, we appreciate everyone’s patience and collaboration during this week’s school closures and transition to virtual learning. We are thankful for the grace and flexibility that our students and families have demonstrated. We are also deeply grateful for the dedication of our team — especially our essential personnel and operations staff—for their tireless work preparing our facilities to open. Because of their hard work, and absent any additional inclement weather emergencies, City Schools will open on Monday, February 2, 2026.
As cleanup is ongoing, all City Schools weekend school activities are canceled Saturday, January 31, and Sunday, February 1.
For the return on Monday, we ask that you please plan accordingly, as we know that conditions will be less than ideal. Dress for the weather, including warm clothing and boots, build in extra travel time, and use caution when traveling to school, as snow and ice may remain in some areas.
We encourage parents and caregivers to talk with students about staying safe while traveling to and from school, including:
Watch carefully for ice, especially on sidewalks, steps, and bus stops.
Walk slowly and take smaller steps to avoid slipping.
Avoid walking in the street; use sidewalks and crosswalks.
Be alert near intersections and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
Use handrails where available and keep hands out of pockets to maintain balance.
If traveling by public transportation: Check with MTA for alerts for possible delays, and prepare for potential schedule impacts to yellow bus transportation.
Report any school campus conditions needing attention to your school leader or facilities@bcps.k12.md.us. Baltimore City is asking that if you see additional areas that need attention, call 311 to report.
Thank you for your partnership, and we are excited to see our students on Monday!