Dayton Schools Shift to Remote Learning Amid Freezing Temperatures

DAYTON, Ohio — Dayton Public Schools announced Tuesday that students will transition to remote learning Wednesday due to dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills expected to drop as low as 10 degrees below zero.

The decision, shared via social media, aims to minimize disruptions to student learning while ensuring safety. “We understand that too many calamity days can negatively impact student learning,” the district stated. “Therefore, we are opting to hold a remote learning day to allow students to remain at home and continue learning through at-home work.”

Students will not need internet access or devices to complete assignments, which are due Thursday morning. Teachers will be available to assist students remotely, while district employees are required to report to work between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. unless instructed otherwise by supervisors.

This marks the second weather-related disruption for Dayton Public Schools in recent weeks. Last week, schools were closed from Monday through Thursday due to heavy snowfall. The National Weather Service recorded 2.7 inches of snow on Jan. 5, followed by 4 inches on Jan. 6, with snow depths reaching approximately 6 inches by Jan. 7.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington warned of hazardous conditions, with wind chill values expected to range from 0 to 10 below zero through Wednesday morning. The district emphasized the importance of balancing safety with educational continuity, a challenge faced by many schools during winter months.