All Cobb County schools will release students two hours early Friday and cancel all weekend activities ahead of a snow storm expected to prompt a state of emergency.
The school system announced the news just before 5:30 p.m. Thursday.
Forecasters say metro Atlanta could be in for up to 4 inches of snow this weekend.
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The district postponed a Magnet program admissions exam that 160 students were slated to take Saturday.
Check out the district's plan to deal with inclement weather, including: how the decision is made, who makes it, when is it made and more.
You can find information about Cobb County schools, such as test scores, graduation rates, and school climate ratings at the Ultimate Atlanta School Guide
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