North Carolina Schools Announce Closures, Delays Due to Winter Storm

Some districts shift to remote learning as icy roads persist after major storm.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 11:23am

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Several school systems in North Carolina and Virginia are announcing closures, delays, and remote learning days for Wednesday, January 28th due to icy road conditions following a major winter storm that hit the region.

Why it matters

School closures and delays can significantly disrupt families' schedules and access to education, especially for lower-income students who rely on schools for meals and other resources. Icy roads also pose serious safety risks for students, teachers, and staff commuting to school.

The details

The list of affected school districts includes Danville City Schools in Virginia, which will be operating on a remote learning day. Other districts in North Carolina and Virginia are also voluntarily submitting their closure and delay decisions to the local news site.

  • The school closures and delays are in effect for Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

The players

Danville City Schools

A public school district located in Danville, Virginia that is shifting to a remote learning day on January 28th due to icy road conditions.

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What’s next

School districts will continue to monitor road conditions and make decisions about Thursday's schedule in the coming days.

The takeaway

This winter storm is causing significant disruptions to schools across North Carolina and Virginia, highlighting the need for districts to have robust plans in place for remote learning and supporting families during weather-related closures.