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Prince George's County Public Schools Closings

Friday, January 25, 2013

Prince George's Schools Dismiss Early

Advancing snowstorm forces early dismissal in Prince George's County.

Prince George's County Public Schools will be dismissing two hours early on account of an approaching snowstorm. All afternoon and evening classes are also cancelled. There is one exception: the Prince George's County Public Schools Before and After School Extended Learning Program will be closing at 4 p.m.  The National Weather Service is forecasting an 80 percent chance of snowfall later this afternoon, with wintry precipitation beginning after 3 p.m. and continuing into the evening.

OGauge4Me

3:48 pm on Friday, January 25, 2013

It is not about the little darlings being out in a drift. It is about the crazy driver that loses control and rams into a school bus and severly injures one of the little darlings. I for one am glad the county takes a proactive approach to the problem and legal issues that may arise. And guess who would have to pay a monotary legal judgement? Yes the taxpayers. Just my .02 cents.   more ›

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Correction: Three Bowie Schools Pending Closure Wednesday

Prince George's County Public Schools will make an announcement before 6:00 a.m. as crews work to restore power.

The following schools in Bowie may be closed tomorrow, August 31, because of power outages. PGCPS said they will make an announcement before 6:00 a.m. Wednesday. Heather Hills Elementary School Rockledge Elementary School Tall Oaks High School All other schools will be on regular schedules. Editor's Note 12:48 a.m.: This article originally reported these schools were closed, when their status is still pending. We regret the error and any confusion.

Erin Chilcote

6:58 am on Wednesday, August 31, 2011

As of 6:30 a.m. today, the following school will remain closed: Glenarden Woods ES. Students who attend Heather Hills ES; Rockledge ES and Tall Oaks Vocational HS should arrive on time. Updates will be posted via www.pgcps.org and (301-952-6000). All other schools will also open on time.   more ›

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