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Covington Today
By the People, for the People
Covington Schools Closed for Virtual Learning Due to Boil Water Advisory
Students will participate in remote classes on March 27 as a precautionary measure.
Mar. 27, 2026 at 3:08am
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Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary School in Virginia will be closed on Friday, March 27, with students learning virtually from home. The closure is a precautionary measure due to a boil water advisory in the City of Covington, with the safety and well-being of students and staff remaining the top priority.
Why it matters
Boil water advisories are issued when there are concerns about the safety of the local water supply, often due to potential contamination. Closing schools and shifting to remote learning is a common precautionary step to protect students and staff when these types of water issues arise.
The details
The school district announced that meal packets will be available for student families at Jeter-Watson Elementary School from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Friday to ensure students have access to food during the closure.
- The schools will be closed on Friday, March 27, 2026.
The players
Covington Middle School
A public middle school in Covington, Virginia.
Jeter-Watson Elementary School
A public elementary school in Covington, Virginia.
AHPS
The school district responsible for Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary School.
The takeaway
This closure highlights the importance of school districts having contingency plans in place to quickly shift to remote learning when unexpected events, like a boil water advisory, impact the ability to safely operate schools in person.
