Watchung Hills High School Delays Opening Due to Weather

School will follow a Day 3 schedule with classes starting at 9:30 am.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Watchung Hills Regional High School in New Jersey will have a 2-hour delayed opening on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 due to the weather forecast and road conditions. The school will follow a Day 3 schedule with classes beginning at 9:30 am.

Why it matters

Weather-related school delays and closures are common occurrences that impact students, families, and school staff. Providing timely information helps the community prepare and adjust their schedules accordingly.

The details

The delayed opening will allow the Department of Public Works more time to clear roads and ensure student safety. Students are advised to refer to their email for the updated time schedule, and shared-time students should check the transportation scenario link on the school's website. Residents are asked to help with snow removal by keeping vehicles off the side of the road and not pushing snow back onto the streets.

  • The delayed opening will be in effect on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

The players

Watchung Hills Regional High School

A public high school serving students in Warren, New Jersey.

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What’s next

After the storm, residents are advised to clear snow and ice from their vehicles, sidewalks, and fire hydrants. In the event of a power outage, they should contact their local power provider, not the police, unless it is an emergency.

The takeaway

Weather-related school delays are a common occurrence that require coordination and preparation from the school, students, and the broader community to ensure safety and minimize disruptions.