Benjamin Logan Schools Closed After Storm Damage

District superintendent cites safety concerns following Tuesday night's severe weather.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:00pm

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting depicting a violent storm system overwhelming a rural setting, with physical structures and vehicles barely visible in the dramatic weather conditions.A powerful storm system leaves its mark on a rural school district, forcing difficult decisions to ensure student and staff safety.Marysville Today

The Benjamin Logan School District closed its elementary school and operated on a two-hour delay at the high school and middle school on Wednesday following storm damage from the previous night. Superintendent John Scheu said the closures were necessary to ensure the safety of students and staff while repairs were made.

Why it matters

Severe weather can have a significant impact on school operations, forcing districts to make difficult decisions about closures and delays to protect the wellbeing of students and staff. This incident highlights the need for school systems to have robust emergency plans in place to respond quickly to unexpected events.

The details

According to reports, strong winds from Tuesday night's storm caused damage to district facilities, including overturning a school bus near a barn. The superintendent stated that the elementary school was closed entirely, while the high school and middle school operated on a two-hour delay to allow time for cleanup and safety assessments.

  • The storm damage occurred on Tuesday night.
  • The school closures and delays were implemented on Wednesday.

The players

John Scheu

Superintendent of the Benjamin Logan School District.

Benjamin Logan School District

A public school district serving students in Logan County, Ohio.

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What they’re saying

“to ensure the safety of students and staff while damage repairs were made”

— John Scheu, Superintendent

What’s next

The school district will continue to assess the damage and make necessary repairs to facilities before fully reopening all schools.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of school districts having robust emergency plans and procedures in place to quickly respond to unexpected weather events and ensure the safety of students and staff.