Clayton schools cancel after school activities for Friday

Clayton County Public Schools is cancelling all after school activities for Friday and all scheduled weekend activities.

This cancellation includes Campus Kids after school care programs, extra-curricular and athletic activities, and any scheduled events at the district’s Performing Arts Center. District leadership will continue to closely monitor weather reports for further developments. Information will be shared as developments occur.

High School parents are requested to make plans to pick-up high school students at bus stops and shuttle locations 10-15 minutes earlier than normal on Friday due to the inclement weather.

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