What Happened
NL Schools has announced that schools in the St. John’s metro region will reopen tomorrow, Thursday, February 26, following a three-day closure due to significant snowfall. The decision was made after consultations with busing contractors and improvements in snow clearing efforts.
Why It Matters
The reopening is significant as the region has been recovering from over 100 cm of snow from two major storms within a week. Education Minister Paul Dinn supported the decision not to declare a state of emergency, contrasting the current situation with the severe storm known as Snowmageddon in 2020, which resulted in prolonged closures.
What’s Next
Bus services will resume at their usual times, and NL Schools is urging parents to ensure their children do not play on snowbanks near bus stops, roads, or school sites. Families are advised to assess local conditions before sending children to bus stops and to remain patient as the community continues to recover from the recent weather challenges.
