A powerful winter storm has brought daily life to a halt across the Northeast, shutting schools, grounding thousands of flights, and forcing officials to impose emergency travel bans. Heavy snowfall, freezing winds, and poor visibility have created dangerous road conditions, prompting widespread school closures and delays today.
The fast-moving system intensified overnight, dumping snow at rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour in several areas. Meteorologists from the National Weather Service warned that travel conditions are “nearly impossible” as blizzard warnings stretched from Maryland to Maine.
Several states declared emergencies, including Delaware and Massachusetts, as snow totals crossed one foot in some regions. Officials urged residents to stay indoors while plow crews worked to clear highways and secondary roads.
US School Closure & Delays: US Districts Wise School Closed & Delayed Time Today (February 23)
Across the region, both public and private institutions adjusted schedules. Here is the complete A–Z list of closures, delays, and virtual learning operations:
A
- Aidan Montessori School – Open at 10 am
- Al-Huda School – Closed
- Alexandria City Govt. – Open, Liberal Leave
- Alexandria City Public Schools – Closed Monday
- Alexandria City Public Schools – Virtual Learning and Operations
- Alexandria Country Day School – Open 2 Hours Late
- American University – Delayed opening at 11:00 a.m.
- Anne Arundel Community College – Closed. Online Classes and Services Available
- Anne Arundel County Public Library – Closed Monday
- Anne Arundel County Schools – Virtual Learning Only
- Arlington Co. Govt. – Open at 10 am
- Arlington County Courts – Open at 10 am
- Arlington County Schools – Closed Monday
- Auguste Montessori School – Open 2 Hours Late
B
- Barrie School – Closed
- Beauvoir School – Open 2 Hours Late
- Berkeley County Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Bowie State University – Closed. All Classes Virtual. No Campus Activities.
- Bowie State University – Virtual; Essential personnel report on time
- Browne Academy – Open 2 Hours Late
- Burgundy Farm Country Day – Open 2 Hours Late
C
- Calvert Co. District Court – Closed Monday
- Calvert Co. Government – Closed
- Calvert County Circuit Court – Closed
- Capital City Public Charter School – Open 2 Hours Late
- Catholic Univ. of America – Open at 11 am
- CentroNia DC – Open at 10 am
- CentroNia MD – Closed
- Charles Co. District Court – Closed Monday
- Charles County Circuit Court – Closed
- Charles County Government – Open at 10am
- Charles County Schools – Closed, Administrative Offices Open
- Christ Chapel Academy – Closed Monday
- Christ Episcopal School – Closed Monday
- Clarke County Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Congressional School – Closed
- Core Health and Wellness – Open at 11am
- Country Day School in McLean – Closed Monday
- Creative World Learning Centre – Open 2 Hours Late
D
- DC Courts – Open at 10am
- DC Public Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Dale City Christian Church Academy – Closed
F
- Fairfax Christian School – Closed Monday
- Fairfax Circuit Court – Closed
- Fairfax Co. Govt. – Closed
- Fairfax County Schools – Closed
- Falls Church Schools – Closed
- Fauquier County Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Field School – Open at 10am
- Fort Detrick – Open 2 Hours Late
- Fort Meade – Closed
- Frederick Community College – Open at 11am
- Frederick County Govt. – Open at 10am
- Frederick County Schools (MD) – Closed
- Fredericksburg Public Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Fresta Valley Christian School – Open 2 Hours Late
- From the Heart Christian School – Open 2 Hours Late
- From the Heart Christian School – Open, Code Yellow
G
- GW Community School – Closed
- Gallaudet University – Open 2 Hours Late
- George Mason University – Open at 10:30am
- George Washington University – Open at 11am
- Georgetown University – Open at 10am
- Green Hedges School – Open 2 Hours Late
- Grover Place Childcare – Closed Monday
H
- Highland School – Open 2 Hours Late
- Howard Community College – Open at 10 am
- Howard County Circuit Court – Open 2 Hours Late
- Howard Middle Math/Sci – Open 2 Hours Late
- Howard University – DELAYED START, OPEN AT 10 AM
- Howard University – 2/23 DELAYED START. Campus opens at 10:00 a.m.
I – Y
K
- Kendall Elementary School – Open 2 Hours Late
- King George Combined Courts – Open 2 Hours Late
- King George County Schools – Open 2 Hours Late
- Kipp DC – Open 2 Hours Late
L
- Langley School-McLean – Open at 10 am
- Little Smiling Faces Daycare Ctr.2 – Open at 9 am
- Loudoun Co. Govt. – Unscheduled Leave
- Loudoun Country Day School – Closed Monday
- Loudoun County Schools – Closed Monday
- Loyola University – Open at 11 am
M
- Montgomery County Schools – Closed Monday
- MD School for the Deaf/Frederick – Closed Monday
- Meridian Public Charter School – Open 2 Hours Late
- Montessori School of Herndon – Open at 11 am
US School Closure & Delays: Frederick County Schools Now Closed
Frederick County Public Schools have now shifted from a two-hour delay to a full closure. Offices will still open two hours late. "If applicable or appropriate, staff have the option to take liberal leave or telework after discussing with their supervisor," school officials said. Emergency employees should report as directed by their supervisors.
US Snowstorm: Travel Disruptions & Government Closures
Airports, courts, and government agencies across DC, Maryland, and Virginia also adjusted schedules. Public transportation services reduced operations in several counties, while many government offices implemented liberal leave policies to limit commuter traffic.
Officials continue to monitor road temperatures and weather forecasts. Parents and employees should check official district websites and alert systems for updates as conditions may change overnight.
Will There Be a School Closing Tomorrow (February 24)?
Many parents are now asking whether school closing tomorrow is likely. Forecasters say the answer depends on how quickly temperatures fall after the snow ends.
Meteorologists warn about flash freezing, which occurs when melted snow refreezes overnight, creating black ice before the morning commute. School superintendents typically make closure decisions by 5:00 AM, but some districts now issue announcements the evening before to help families plan.
If current Winter Storm Warnings remain in effect overnight, districts may extend closures or switch to remote learning days. Officials continue to monitor wind speeds, road temperatures, and snowfall accumulation before making final decisions.
