Schools in Upstate South Carolina face delays due to icy road conditions.
On January 13, 2025, schools across Upstate South Carolina are responding to icy road conditions by implementing a two-hour delay. Greenville County Schools, Spartanburg Districts, and Anderson Districts are all taking precautionary measures to ensure student safety. Transportation departments will notify families of any specific route changes. The community is urged to remain cautious as the National Weather Service has issued advisories due to significant snowfall in some areas.
Residents of Upstate South Carolina, mark your calendars for January 13, 2025! Schools in the area are implementing two-hour delays in response to icy road conditions that have made travel quite unsafe. As many of us can feel the chill in the air, safety is, of course, the top priority for everyone involved.
Starting off with Greenville County Schools, these institutions are set to open their doors two hours later than normal due to the hazardous travel atmosphere outdoors. The school day will wrap up at the usual time, so no need to worry about kids missing out on valuable learning hours! And for all the students relying on the buses, the routes will commence two hours later, steering clear of those tricky icy spots. Families impacted by specific routes can expect a heads-up directly from the Transportation Department.
As we look to neighboring Spartanburg District One, things are pretty much on the same page. They’ve assessed the roads and found many of those secondary routes covered in ice, prompting a two-hour delay as well. Spartanburg leaders have also suggested that parents take a moment to evaluate local conditions—after all, our young drivers could use a little extra guidance when it comes to traveling safely!
Not stopping at just District One, Spartanburg School District Three is echoing this delay, trusting that daylight will improve visibility and assist in melting some of that tricky ice. Meanwhile, District Six is also adhering to a two-hour delay, specifically noting that numerous icy patches are lingering in the northern parts of the county.
Meanwhile, Anderson School Districts are also taking proactive measures. District One, Two, and Three will be observing that two-hour delay for the very same reasons. District Five goes a bit further by outlining staggered times: early childhood and elementary schools will start around 10 a.m., followed by middle schools at 10:10 a.m., and high schools at 10:20 a.m. Just like Spartanburg, transportation teams over in Anderson will notify families about any impassable routes two hours later than usual.
Now, let’s not forget that this wave of delays isn’t isolated to just a few districts. Many are responding to conditions laid out by the National Weather Service, which noted higher snowfall totals in certain areas like western Anderson County and northern Greenville County. This has led to the issuance of a Winter Weather Advisory—with countless schools across the Upstate opting to delay or even cancel operations.
As we brace ourselves for another chilly morning, it’s heartening to see local districts prioritize safety and the well-being of students ahead of the slick roads. Whether you’re planning a school run or heading to pick up groceries, let’s remain mindful on the roads. Safety first, everyone!
So, a gentle reminder to all Upstate families: stay warm, be careful out there, and keep an eye out for any further announcements as you prepare for a busy day ahead.
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