School districts in Northeast Ohio have announced closures and delays for January 15, 2026, due to an impending winter storm. Forecasts predict that the region could receive up to 15 inches of snow. As the storm progresses, travel conditions have already deteriorated, particularly in areas east of Cleveland.
Impact of Winter Weather on Travel
Heavy snowfall has begun affecting travel, with authorities reporting slick roads. On Interstate 90, east of Ohio 44 in Lake County, speed limits have been reduced to 40 mph to ensure motorist safety. Residents are urged to be cautious while traveling.
School Closures Across the Region
Several school districts have decided to cancel classes for Thursday. Included among these districts are:
- Avon Schools
- Avon Lake City Schools
- Bay Village City Schools
- Elyria City Schools
- Parma City Schools
- St. Edward High School
- St. Ignatius High School
- Westlake City Schools
Comprehensive List of Closures
Here is a more extensive list of school districts that have canceled classes:
- Amherst Exempted Village Schools
- Andrews Osborne Academy (Willoughby)
- Ashtabula Area City Schools
- Ashtabula County Tech Campus
- Assumption Academy (Broadview Heights)
- Benedictine High School
- Berea City Schools
- Bethel Baptist Christian Academy
- Birchwood School
- Brooklyn City Schools
- Buckeye Local Schools (Ashtabula County)
- C.A.S.T.L.E High School
- Christian Faith Academy
- Clearview Local Schools
- Columbia Local Schools
- Conneaut Area City Schools
- Elyria Catholic High School
- Euclid City Schools
- Fairview Park City Schools
- Geneva Area City Schools
- Holy Cross Lutheran School
- Holy Name High School
- Incarnate Word Academy Elementary
- Jefferson Area Local Schools
- Julie Billiart School (Westlake)
- Lakewood Catholic Academy
- Lutheran East High School
- Lutheran West High School
- Magnificat High School
- North Olmsted City Schools
- Rocky River City Schools
- St. Albert the Great Elementary
- St. Mark Catholic School
- Vermilion Local Schools
For a full and updated list of closures, residents can check local news outlets and school district websites.
Stay Prepared
The winter weather advisory remains in effect. Individuals are encouraged to prepare for possible travel interruptions and to stay updated on local weather reports.
