Due to the freezing weather, Central Texas schools and universities have announced delays and closures.

Due to the rapidly dropping temperatures in Central Texas, several local colleges and institutions have announced delays and closures for Tuesday classes as a precaution. According to the National Weather Service, mid-teen temperatures are predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, along with a wind chill advisory through 9 a.m. on Tuesday and a hard freeze warning through 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Updates for Colleges and Universities:

The Austin Community College district anticipates opening for spring courses on a regular schedule. Conditions will be monitored, and any changes will be announced via the ACC Emergency Alert system.
Huston-Tillotson University: On Tuesday, classes and operations will begin at 11 a.m.
University of Texas: Regular schedule, with accommodations for individuals impacted by local closures or delayed start times.

School District Postponements and Closures:

Austin school district: All classes, buses, and offices will start Tuesday two hours later than scheduled.
Bastrop: On Tuesday, the school district’s campuses were closed.

• Del Valle: Due to the exceptionally low temperatures and “lake effect” snow that covered several DVISD sites, all schools and offices were closed.
• Dripping Springs: On Tuesday, there will be a two-hour delay for all bus pickup and school start hours.
• Eanes: Tuesday classes start two hours later than scheduled.
• Elgin: On Tuesday, all of the district’s campuses were closed.
• Georgetown: On Tuesday, there will be a two-hour delay in courses and transportation.
• Hays: Tuesdays are closed; subject to coach or sponsor confirmation, after-school activities may recommence.
• Hutto: On Tuesday, there will be a two-hour delay in campus and bus operations.
• Lake Travis: All school campuses, buses, and facilities will open two hours later on Tuesday.
• Leander: All classes on Tuesday will be delayed by two hours.
• Manor: All classrooms, transportation, and district offices will start Tuesday two hours later than scheduled.
• Marble Falls: On Tuesday, classes will continue as usual.
• Pflugerville: Tuesday courses start two hours later than scheduled.
• Round Rock: All sessions will begin on Tuesday two hours later than scheduled.
• San Marcos: On Tuesday, all district offices and institutions were closed.
• Smithville: On Tuesday, all district schools were cancelled.

It is recommended that parents, students, and staff remain informed about any additional weather-related adjustments through official means.