Weather-Related School Closures and Delays: A Comprehensive Guide
In the face of severe winter weather, schools across the region have taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of their students and staff. Here's a detailed breakdown of the school closures and delays for January 21, 2026, as reported by Owensboro Times.
St. Mary of the Woods School and Trinity High School
These schools will remain closed on January 21, with today designated as NTI Day 2 (Blue). Students and parents are advised to check Google Classroom and communicate with teachers for further instructions on the NTI process.
Daviess County Public Schools (DCPS)
Due to unsafe road conditions caused by winter weather, DCPS has canceled in-person learning for January 21, declaring it as DCPS@Home Day #2. Elementary students are instructed to check in with their teachers via Google Meet and refer to their pre-printed packets or visit the DCPS website for DAY #2 assignments. Middle and high school students should follow their teachers' provided Google Meet schedules, with assignments posted on the DCPS website.
Owensboro Public Schools
Citing slick road conditions and prioritizing safety, Owensboro Public Schools will implement NTI Day #2 on January 21, 2026.
Owensboro Catholic Schools (OCS)
OCS will operate on NTI (White day for OCHS) on January 21 due to inclement weather. The Scrip office will remain closed, while the Central Office will open at 9:00 AM.
Mary Carrico Catholic School
This school has canceled in-person learning for the day.
McLean County Public Schools
McLean County Public Schools will be closed on January 21, 2026, due to inclement weather. This closure is not an NTI day, and the makeup day has been scheduled for March 13, 2026.
Hancock Christian Academy
Hancock County Schools will be closed on January 21, 2026, due to hazardous road conditions. There will be no NTI instruction for this cancellation. Students and staff are urged to stay safe.
Heritage Christian School
Heritage Christian School has closed its doors on January 21, 2026, due to inclement weather and unsafe road conditions. This closure is designated as a Snow Day, with no NTI instruction.
Grace Christian Academy (GCA)
GCA has canceled in-person learning on January 21 due to icy road conditions. Students and parents are advised to communicate with their teachers regarding at-home learning arrangements. Safety is a priority.
Ohio County Public Schools
These schools are closed for the day.
Muhlenberg County Public Schools
All Muhlenberg County Schools are closed on January 21 due to hazardous, icy road conditions. This closure is designated as NTI Day #2.
Settle Memorial Preschool
Settle Preschool and Parents' Day Out are closed on January 21, 2026. Church activities have also been canceled.
This list is subject to updates as more information becomes available. For the latest news and updates, stay tuned to Owensboro Times. Remember, safety always comes first!
