A number of schools Wednesday released students early or canceled after-school activities because of the weather . At least one district announced school will be closed Thursday.

  • Atlanta Public Schools canceled all outdoor athletic practices and games scheduled through Thursday, district spokeswoman Mariama Tyler Jenkins said in an emailed statement.
  • All outdoor after-school activities in the Cobb County School District were canceled through Thursday, according to the system's official Twitter account .
  • Clayton County Public Schools canceled all outdoor after-school activities through Friday, district spokesman Charles White said in an email.
  • Pickens County Schools will be closed Thursday for students, according to the district's Facebook page . Staff members are required to report to work at 8 a.m.

Our news partner, Channel 2 Action News, maintains a rolling list of cancellations, closings and delays to keep you in the know. Check it for updates throughout the day.

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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