Multiple Kansas City School Districts Closed Due to Snow

A beautiful view of a Kansas City schoolyard blanketed in snow.

News Summary

Kansas City faces another round of winter weather as various school districts announce closures due to expected snowfall. Starting Wednesday, several districts in Missouri and Kansas are affected. While Missouri has seen widespread impact, Kansas districts have opted for fewer closures. Snow forecasts predict significant accumulation, leading to more disruption in school schedules. Parents and students should stay updated on closures and plan for snowy days ahead.

Multiple Kansas City School Districts Hit the Snooze Button Due to Snowfall

Well, well, well, it looks like Kansas City is preparing for yet another snow spectacle. If you’ve got kiddos in school, you’ll want to grab a hot chocolate and park yourself by the window because starting from Wednesday, we’re due for some serious snow action!

Various school districts across the Kansas City metro area had their noses out of joint recently with winter weather wreaking havoc on their schedules. As we head into Thursday, a slew of districts have officially declared they are closed for the day. Better luck next time, homework!

Missouri Schools Buckle Up!

In the Show-Me State, several districts have joined the snow day celebration. The list includes:

Blue Springs
Lee’s Summit
Pleasant Hill
Harrisonville
Belton
Raymore-Peculiar
Kearney

Just when you thought it was safe to head back to school after the previous week’s closures, here we are again! Some districts had just managed to reopen after taking a hiatus earlier in the week—oh, the irony!

Kansans Are On the Move

Over in Kansas, the snow drama isn’t quite as intense. Fewer districts have opted for closures compared to their Missouri counterparts. For a complete heads up on which schools are closed, curious folks can find all the up-to-date details online.

Snow Predictions to Keep You Guessing!

As if a day off wasn’t enough, forecasts have heightened expectations for snowfall this week. Almost up to 4 inches of snow is expected by Monday evening, with an additional 4 to 7 inches anticipated throughout Tuesday. Buckle up, folks! The south of the metro should brace itself for a slightly heavier load with predictions climbing between 6 to 9 inches.

Events of the Past Week

Last week, snowstorms had already knocked multiple districts off their feet. It seems like Mother Nature has a full schedule in Missouri and Kansas. Many had to make adjustments as they exhausted their allotted snow days and virtual learning wine options. For instance, on Wednesday, a roundup of closures and delays included:

Kansas Districts:
- Atchison Public Schools – Closed
- Blue Valley School District – 2-hour Delay Start
- Olathe School District – 2-hour Delay Start
- Shawnee Mission School District – 2-hour Delay Start
Missouri Districts:
- Blue Springs R-4 – Virtual Learning
- Cameron R-1 – Closed
- Independence – Closed
- Kearney R-1 – Virtual Learning Day
- Lee’s Summit R-7 – Closed
- Liberty – Virtual Learning Day
- North Kansas City – Virtual Learning Day
- Oak Grove R-6 – Closed
- Odessa R-7 – Closed
- Park Hill School District – Closed
- Raytown – Virtual Learning Day

As we stay glued to our screens for real-time updates, it’s a crystal-clear reminder that winter isn’t quite finished with us yet. So, gather your family for some fun snow play, and keep those snow shovels handy! Here’s hoping you all make the most of these cozy, snow-filled days! Stay warm, Kansas City!