Schools in Warren, Watchung Hills, and Surrounding Districts Delay Opening Due to Weather

Two-hour delayed start on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 due to predicted snow and ice conditions.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

Schools in Warren Township, Watchung Hills Regional High School, and the sending districts of Long Hill, Green Brook, and Watchung will all have a two-hour delayed opening on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 due to predicted snow and ice conditions that could impact bus travel and safety at bus stops in the early morning hours.

Why it matters

Coordinating delayed openings across multiple school districts is important to ensure the safety of students, staff, and families during inclement weather. This decision allows time for road crews to clear snow and ice before buses and families travel to school.

The details

All Warren Township schools, Watchung Hills Regional High School, and the school districts of Long Hill, Green Brook, and Watchung will operate on a two-hour delayed schedule on Wednesday. This includes a delayed start time, cancellation of before-care programs, and adjustments to bus transportation schedules. The delayed openings are due to predicted freezing temperatures and morning precipitation that could impact travel conditions.

  • Schools will have a two-hour delayed opening on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Warren Township Schools

The public school district serving the township of Warren, New Jersey.

Watchung Hills Regional High School

The regional high school serving students from the surrounding communities of Warren, Watchung, Green Brook, and Long Hill, New Jersey.

Long Hill Township School District

The public school district serving the township of Long Hill, New Jersey.

Green Brook Township Public School District

The public school district serving the township of Green Brook, New Jersey.

Watchung Borough School District

The public school district serving the borough of Watchung, New Jersey.

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What’s next

Schools and families should continue to monitor weather conditions and updates from local authorities regarding any further changes to school schedules or transportation.

The takeaway

Coordinating delayed openings across multiple school districts is an important safety measure during inclement weather to ensure students, staff, and families can travel to school safely. This decision allows time for road crews to clear snow and ice before the school day begins.