Tennessee School Closures and Delays - January 2026

Middle Tennessee:: Several districts had delayed starts or were closed. Cumberland County Schools dismissed early due to "unprecedented snowfall." Perry County Schools closed Thursday and Friday because of illness. Why this matters: Parents need to arrange childcare and transportation changes on short notice.

East Tennessee:: Schools across the region closed due to snow and freezing temperatures. Higher elevations saw more significant snowfall. Why this matters: Ensures student safety during hazardous travel conditions.

Cumberland County:: Faced early dismissal at 12:15 p.m. due to rapid snowfall causing dangerous road conditions. Why this matters: Highlights the unpredictability of winter weather and its impact on daily schedules.

Cumberland County Schools: Early dismissal at 12:15 p.m.

Fentress County Schools: Two-hour delay.

Grundy County Schools: Two-hour delay.

Perry County Schools: Closed Thursday and Friday due to illness.

Blount County Schools: Closed

Campbell County Schools: Two-hour delay

Claiborne County Schools: Closed

Cocke County Schools: Closed

Fentress County Schools: Two-hour delay

Grainger County Schools: Two-hour delay

Greene County Schools: Two-hour delay

Hamblen County Schools: Two-hour delay

Hancock County Schools: Closed

Hawkins County Schools: Two-hour delay

Jefferson County Schools: Closed

Morgan County Schools: Two-hour delay

Scott County Schools: Two-hour delay

Sevier County Schools: Closed

Union County Public Schools: Two-hour delay

Q: Why were schools closed or delayed?

Q: Which areas were affected?

Q: What should parents do during school closures?

Winter weather can quickly disrupt school schedules.

Stay informed about school closures and delays through local news channels.

Plan ahead for potential childcare needs during inclement weather.