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School closures, delays for Hurricane Michael

Some south metro schools have announced they are canceling classes Thursday as Hurricane Michael looms.

Athens Academy

Delayed 2 hours

Athens Technical College

Delayed until 11 a.m.

Banks County Schools

Closed Thursday

Clarke County Schools

The Clarke County School District has decided to close schools and district offices on Thursday, Oct. 11. The closure is effective for all students and employees (with the exception of designated essential staff involved in the Thursday's board meeting).

The closure includes all after school activities and events. The Board of Education Meeting is still scheduled for tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. contingent upon safe roadways. Check the CCSD website for any updates on the status of the meeting.

Clayton County Schools

After school activities canceled for Wednesday, Oct. 10.

Officials will make a decision on classes for Thursday, Oct. 11 by 4:30 a.m.

Georgia Military College

The following campuses are closed Thursday:

  • Augusta
  • Dublin
  • Eastman
  • Madison
  • Milledgeville
  • Sandersville.

George Walton Academy

Delayed 2 hours

Griffin Spalding Schools

Schools will delay their start time to 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11. All essential staff members who may be required to report to work earlier will be contacted by their direct supervisor.

So far, the district has canceled two athletic events for Wednesday afternoon. Decisions about other activities scheduled for Thursday will be determined as needed.

Habersham County Schools

Due to the threat of high wind gusts from Hurricane Michael moving through our area, Habersham County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Thursday, October 11, 2018, according to the school district's website.

Henry County Schools

All after school activities have been canceled for Wednesday, Oct. 10. The afterschool enrichment program will remain open.

Jasper County Schools

Classes canceled Thursday

Monroe County Schools

Classes canceled Thursday

University of Georgia

Due to weather conditions, the Athens campus will open at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11. First classes will start at 11 a.m.

University of North Georgia Oconee

Campus will close at 4 p.m. Wednesday due to severe weather. Classes and activities after 4 p.m. are canceled for Oct. 10 and all day Thursday, Oct. 11.

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