A winter weather advisory remains in effect in the Indianapolis area, predicting snowfall totals of up to 4 inches, with locally higher amounts possible, as per the National Weather Service. The advisory is expected to last until at least 10 a.m. on Friday, December 12. Residents are warned of icy and slippery road conditions in the early hours, coupled with temperatures likely staying below freezing throughout the day.
In response to the inclement weather, several school districts in the region have opted to delay the start of classes or move to remote learning for the day. Here’s a summary of the announcements made by various local educational institutions:
- Avon Community School Corp. announced a two-hour delay.
- Brownsburg Community School Corp. also reported a two-hour delay.
- Center Grove Community School Corp. is implementing a similar two-hour delay.
- Franklin Community Schools has declared a virtual learning day.
- Franklin Township Community Schools, Greenwood Community Schools, and Westfield Washington Schools all announced a two-hour delay.
- Roncalli High School will begin classes at 9:30 a.m.
- Park Tudor is slightly adjusting its Upper School final exam schedule by delaying it by one hour, while its other divisions will start on time.
Meanwhile, many schools, including Beech Grove City Schools, Bishop Chatard High School, and Carmel Clay Schools, have made no announcements regarding delays or cancellations. Other institutions also have not issued statements, including Indianapolis Public Schools and multiple private schools such as Heritage Christian School and Scecina Memorial High School.
As residents navigate the impact of the winter weather, monitoring announcements from local school districts will be crucial for families affected by the weather conditions.
