Caddo Schools Remain Closed Friday Due to Winter Weather Impacts

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Caddo Schools in Louisiana will remain closed for students and teachers on Friday as the district continues recovery efforts from this week's winter weather. While classrooms are closed, principals, site-based leadership teams, and all 12-month district employees, including custodial and maintenance staff, will report to work to repair facilities, remove ice, and prepare campuses for reopening.

Why it matters

The ongoing impacts from the recent winter storm have left many Caddo School facilities in need of repairs and preparation before students and teachers can safely return. By keeping schools closed on Friday but having key staff report to work, the district can address these issues and get campuses ready for the expected cold weather over the weekend.

The details

Despite some improvements in road conditions, district leaders say they are exercising caution regarding the return of students and teachers. Assessments of the facilities have revealed that many impacts from the storm are still being addressed, and these conditions must be fully resolved to ensure safe, warm, and functional learning environments.

• This week's winter weather event impacted the Caddo Schools district.
• Caddo Schools will remain closed for students and teachers on Friday, January 30, 2026.
• Additional frigid temperatures are forecasted for the weekend of January 31 - February 2, 2026.

What’s next

The district will continue assessing facilities and preparing campuses to safely reopen for students and teachers after the weekend's expected cold weather.