Colorado schools close due to heavy snowstorm

Snowy winter in Massachusetts in 2025/ File:The Economic Times

According to CBS News, the storm system moved through the state overnight Tuesday, bringing significant snowfall to the mountains and foothills, where accumulations reached between 15 and 20 inches in some areas. Snow continued into Wednesday afternoon, creating hazardous conditions not only in higher elevations but also across the Eastern Plains and urban corridors.

Roads across the state became slick and snow-covered, making the Wednesday morning commute particularly dangerous. In the Denver metropolitan area, unplowed neighborhood streets, along with bridges and overpasses, posed additional risks due to ice buildup.

In response, several of Colorado’s largest school districts including Denver Public Schools, Aurora Public Schools, and Jefferson County Public Schools announced closures for Wednesday. Officials cited safety concerns for students, staff, and families amid worsening travel conditions. Denver Public Schools also confirmed that all school-related events and activities were canceled for the day, with the exception of CHSAA-sanctioned competitions.

Other districts, including Douglas County and Boulder Valley, followed suit, calling off classes as the storm intensified.

Weather officials warned residents to limit travel and prepare for continued winter conditions, noting that the heavy, moisture-rich snow could also lead to downed tree branches and localized power outages.

School districts that have announced closures for Wednesday include:

• Aurora Public Schools

• Boulder Valley School District

• Briggsdale School RE 10-J

• Clear Creek School District RE1

• Denver Public Schools

• Douglas County Schools

• Eaton School District RE-2

• Elbert School District #200

• Estes Park School District

• Gilpin County School District RE-1

• Greeley Evans School District 6

• Jeffco Public Schools

• Littleton Public Schools

• Poudre School District

• Sheridan School District 2

• Thompson School District R2-J

• Weld RE-4 School District