Manassas Park City Schools (MPCS) announced that all schools will be closed on Monday, citing snowy conditions as the reason for the closure.
The announcement on the division’s website stated, “All Manassas Park City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6th, due to snowy conditions. Code RED for employees.”
The closure affected more than 3,000 students enrolled in the city’s four schools, which include Cougar Elementary, Manassas Park Elementary, Manassas Park Middle School, and Manassas Park High School. MPCS serves the small, tight-knit community of Manassas Park and provides a range of academic and extracurricular programs designed to meet the needs of its students.
A Code RED designation means that all school employees, except those specifically designated for inclement weather duties, are not required to report to work.
The school division will continue to monitor weather conditions and communicate any updates regarding the resumption of regular operations through its website and social media platforms. Families are encouraged to stay tuned for further announcements.
Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) announced that all schools will be closed on Monday, due to forecasted inclement weather.
The announcement, shared on the district’s official account on X, formerly known as Twitter, noted, “Manassas City Public Schools will be closed Jan. 6, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather. Code BLUE for employees.”
The closure affects approximately 7,000 students across the city’s nine schools, including five elementary schools, one intermediate school, one middle school, and one high school. MCPS serves the city of Manassas with a variety of academic programs designed to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
The Code Blue designation means that employees are not required to report to work unless specifically notified by their supervisors. Further updates regarding school operations will be provided through the district’s official communication channels, including its website and social media accounts.
Parents and students are encouraged to monitor these updates as weather conditions develop.
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA), the largest community college in Virginia and one of the largest in the nation, has declared a “Code Purple” for Monday, January 6, 2025. All classes and services will be conducted online, with no in-person operations at any of the college’s six campuses or satellite centers.
The announcement, made on X, formerly known as Twitter, stated, “All #NOVA campuses are operating virtually. Classes and services are online only.” The move impacts more than 70,000 students enrolled across the college’s campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Loudoun, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge.
NOVA offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs and is a cornerstone of education in Northern Virginia. Students and staff are advised to check the college’s official communication channels for updates regarding the resumption of regular campus operations.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the largest school district in Virginia and one of the largest in the nation, announced the cancelation of all schools and central office operations for Monday, January 6, 2025. The closure impacts over 180,000 students and approximately 200 schools and centers across the district.
The announcement was made via the school district’s official account on X, formerly known as Twitter. In addition to the closure of schools, all activities scheduled to take place on school grounds are canceled. This includes extracurricular activities, interscholastic contests, team practices, field trips, middle school after-school programs, professional learning and training courses, and recreation programs. Community use of school facilities by organizations unaffiliated with FCPS is also suspended.
Adult and Community Education (ACE) classes, Adult High School and GED programs, as well as School Age Child Care (SACC) centers, will not operate. Additionally, homebound and home-based instruction services have been canceled for the day.
The district noted that employees classified as essential personnel are required to follow their supervisors’ directions. For all other personnel, emergency administrative leave has been authorized.
FCPS will provide further updates through its official communication channels as needed.
Germanna Community College has announced the closure of all its locations on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to anticipated inclement weather. The announcement on the school’s website states: “Due to anticipated inclement weather, all Germanna locations will be closed on Monday, January 6.”
Serving more than 12,000 students annually, Germanna operates multiple campuses and centers across Virginia, including locations in Fredericksburg, Locust Grove, Culpeper, Stafford, and Caroline. The college provides a wide range of academic programs, including associate degrees, certifications, and workforce training, to meet the needs of its diverse student body.
The closure affects all in-person classes, services, and activities scheduled at Germanna’s facilities. Students are encouraged to check their emails and Germanna’s official communication channels for updates regarding campus operations and any potential impact on class schedules.
Further announcements will be made as weather conditions are monitored.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools (SCPS) has announced the closure of all schools and offices for tomorrow, Monday, January 6, 2025. The decision, which affects over 23,000 students and 31 schools across the county, was shared on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
The post reads:
“All Spotsylvania County Public Schools campuses and offices are closed on Monday, January 6, 2025. All school sponsored activities including student externships are cancelled. School employees: Code 0 – no employees report.”
The closure also halts all school-sponsored activities, including student externships, for the day. No details regarding the reason for the closure were provided in the announcement.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest school systems in the region, with a diverse student population spanning elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialty and alternative education programs.
For updates on reopening and any additional information, families and staff are encouraged to monitor SCPS’s social media platforms and official website.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS) has announced that all schools will be closed on Monday, January 6, due to the impending winter storm expected to bring heavy snowfall and hazardous conditions to the area. The announcement was made on the school division’s official account on X, formerly Twitter.
“Fredericksburg City Public Schools will extend winter break by one day. This means all buildings will be closed on Monday, January 6. Tuesday, January 7, will be a staff workday. Students will report to school on Wednesday, January 8,” the statement read.
The decision affects approximately 3,600 students enrolled across five schools in the division, including Hugh Mercer Elementary, Lafayette Upper Elementary, Walker-Grant Middle School, James Monroe High School, and the Walker-Grant Early Childhood Learning Center.
The extended closure allows additional time for crews to clear snow and ensure facilities are safe for staff and students to return. The school division also noted that Tuesday, January 7, will serve as a staff workday, providing educators with an opportunity to prepare for the reopening on Wednesday.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor the FCPS website and social media channels for further updates.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Fredericksburg region, with snowfall expected to begin Sunday evening and continue into Monday. Snowfall totals could range from 4 to 10 inches, with localized areas seeing higher amounts. Icy roads and freezing temperatures are anticipated to persist into Tuesday, potentially impacting travel and school operations.
FCPS joins several other school divisions in Northern Virginia that have announced closures ahead of the storm. Residents are advised to stay off the roads and exercise caution during the severe weather.
Regular classes will begin on Monday, January 13. In an earlier version of this post, we incorrectly reported that classes would be canceled on Monday, January 6.
The Sunday, January 5, 2024 message stated:
“Due to the forecasted winter storm later today, Sunday, January 5, 2025, all UMW campuses (Fredericksburg, Stafford, Dahlgren) will be closed all day Monday, January 6.”
UMW is home to approximately 4,000 undergraduate students and 600 graduate students, with campuses located in Fredericksburg, Stafford, and Dahlgren. The university comprises three colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, and the College of Business. UMW is known for its strong emphasis on liberal arts and personalized learning experiences.
The closure affects all classes, campus events, and administrative operations across the university. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to stay safe and monitor UMW’s social media channels and website for further updates on campus operations and weather conditions.
No announcements have been made regarding rescheduling classes or events impacted by the closure. Additional updates are expected as the storm progresses.
King George County Public Schools announced that all schools in the division will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025, in anticipation of inclement weather. The announcement was made via X, formerly known as Twitter, citing concerns for the safety of students and staff.
The message stated:
“Due to the anticipated inclement weather forecast for tomorrow, January 6, King George County Schools will be closed. Code 1 for 12-month employees (do not report). Please stay safe and warm, and enjoy the extra time at home.”
King George County Public Schools serve approximately 4,400 students across five schools, including three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The school division employs over 300 teachers and staff, working together to support the academic and personal growth of students in the community.
No information has been provided yet about potential make-up days or updates for extracurricular activities scheduled for Monday. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor the school division’s social media channels and website for further updates.
Stay tuned for more details as this story develops.
