Full List of Tuesday School Closures as Major Snowstorm Hits Northeast

Winter has officially arrived, and it’s making a big entrance. A powerful snowstorm sweeping across the Central and Northeastern U.S. has led to widespread school closures and delays for Tuesday, December 2nd. With up to a foot of snow expected in some areas, school officials are playing it safe—shutting down or delaying classes in anticipation of dangerous road conditions and heavy snowfall.

Let’s break down what’s happening, where schools are closed, and what you need to know heading into Tuesday.

Impact

This isn’t just a light dusting. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather advisories and storm warnings from the Midwest to New England. In some areas, snowfall rates could exceed 1 inch per hour, making travel extremely hazardous during both the morning and evening commutes.

As a result, many schools closed early Monday or announced full-day closures for Tuesday. The storm is expected to peak during school hours, making safety the top concern.

Closures

Here’s a state-by-state breakdown of confirmed school closures as of Monday evening:

Massachusetts

According to WWLP, the following schools will be closed on Tuesday:

• The Bement School
• Greenfield Center School
• Mohawk Trail Regional School District
• Neari School
• Rowe Elementary

New Hampshire

Dozens of schools across the state have announced closures, according to WMUR Manchester. Some of the schools include:

• Acworth Elementary School
• Alstead Primary School
• Barrington Elementary School
• Campton Elementary School
• Conant Middle High School
• Cutler Elementary School
• Dover School District
• Fall Mountain Regional High School
  …and many more across the state.

New York

The Hudson Valley is bracing for significant snowfall, and widespread closures are expected:

• National Weather Service has issued winter storm watches for:
  • Orange County
  • Ulster County
  • Sullivan County
  • Dutchess County
• Weather advisories are in effect for:
  • Rockland County
  • Putnam County

Meteorologist Ben Noll said, “Widespread school closings are expected in the #HudsonValley on Tuesday.”

Connecticut

School superintendents will make final closure decisions early Tuesday morning. However, some districts have already declared delays or are leaning toward closures depending on conditions.

Pennsylvania

Some schools have announced two-hour delays, including:

• Bermudian Springs School District
• Gettysburg Area School District
• Conewago Valley School District

Virginia

Delayed starts are already in effect for:

• Franklin County Schools
• Albemarle County Schools
• Galax City Schools

Michigan and D.C.

While not officially confirmed, meteorologists say schools in parts of Michigan and the Washington, D.C., area may announce closures or delays depending on how the storm develops overnight.

Forecast

According to NWS meteorologists, the worst of the snow will arrive early Tuesday morning and last through the afternoon. In the interior Northeast, especially north and west of the I-95 corridor, more than six inches of snow is likely, with gusty winds expected in inland areas.

The NWS Gray, Maine office issued this winter storm warning:

“Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility.”

And in its Monday evening report, NWS stated:

“As the low continues to deepen over New England and the mid-level moisture interacts with the colder air north of the system, much of New England and the Mid-Atlantic will experience enhanced winter precipitation and gusty winds. Significant snow accumulations are likely.”

Travel

If you must be on the road Tuesday morning, prepare for slippery streets, low visibility, and long commute times. Authorities recommend:

• Avoiding sudden braking or acceleration
• Leaving plenty of room between vehicles
• Using caution on hills and sharp turns
• Making sure your car is winter-ready

Timeline

Most of the snowstorm’s impact will wind down by Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning. That means things should be back to normal mid-week—but for now, expect more delays and closures to roll in Tuesday morning as conditions worsen.

Stay tuned to your local school district’s website or emergency alert system for up-to-date closure information. And if you’re in one of the hard-hit areas, it’s probably a good idea to keep the kids home, stock up on hot cocoa, and enjoy an unexpected snow day.

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