Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) has announced the closure of all schools and buildings for Monday, January 6, 2025, due to the forecast of snow and ice overnight. This decision also extends to canceling all activities and events scheduled for Monday.
SCPS, one of Virginia’s largest school divisions, serves approximately 31,000 students across 33 schools, including elementary, middle, and high schools. The division emphasized that safety remains the top priority, urging residents to stay off the roads if possible.
In a statement posted to Facebook, SCPS said, “With snow & ice expected tonight, all Stafford County schools and buildings will be closed Mon., Jan. 6. All activities and events are also canceled. Safety is our priority—stay off roads if possible. We’ll reassess conditions tomorrow and share updates about the rest of the week as soon as possible. Stay safe & warm!”
School officials plan to evaluate weather conditions on Monday and provide updates regarding the remainder of the week as soon as they are available.