News

Snow in metro Atlanta: No plans to release DeKalb, Gwinnett students early

By Rodney Thrash
Feb 24, 2015

Unlike Cobb County , Atlanta, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett did not cancel school Tuesday.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reached out to those districts to see if they had plans to release students early or cancel after-school outdoor activities.

So far, DeKalb and Gwinnett have responded. Officials within both school systems said in emails to The AJC that there are no plans to release students early.

A wintry mix of sleet, rain and snow began falling across the northern suburbs around 4 a.m. Tuesday, while snow was reported across the mountain counties. Drivers are urged to check current traffic conditions  before leaving home. Read the full story and forecast.

About the Author

Rodney Thrash is the morning breaking news coach for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He has been with the paper since November 2013.

More Stories