New Orleans-Area Schools Prepare for Severe Weather with Early Dismissals

Several schools in the New Orleans area have announced early dismissal due to the potential threat of severe weather and heavy rainfall. The closures are in response to forecasts of inclement weather, with schools in Lafourche, Terrebonne, St. Tammany, Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. James, and St. Charles Parishes implementing early release schedules and canceling after-school activities. The safety of students and employees is a top priority, and classes are expected to resume at normal start times on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.