Are schools closed tomorrow? Here's the list of OKC schools closed or virtual Thursday
Several Oklahoma schools are canceling school or shifting to virtual or remote learning due to the threat of severe weather.
Check below for any changes or cancelations for local schools organized by district.
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Here are the schools closing at this time in the Oklahoma City metro area. This story will be updated as closures are announced.
Bethany Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Choctaw-Nicoma Park Public School: No cancellations announced at this time
Deer Creek Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Edmond Public Schools: Traditional Snow Day on Thursday.
Epic Charter School: No cancellations announced at this time
Midwest City-Del City Public Schools: Remote Learning Day on Thursday
Moore Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Mustang Public Schools: Distance/remote learning on Thursday
Norman Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Oklahoma City Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Piedmont Public Schools: Traditional snow day on Thursday
Putnam City Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Santa Fe South Charter Schools: Virtual classes on Thursday and Friday.
Western Heights Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Yukon Public Schools: No cancellations announced at this time
Keep up with school, church and event closings using the link below.
Oklahoma City Severe Weather Closings: Schools, churches, other services
Oklahoma City Severe Weather Closings: Schools, churches, other services
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This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Schools closures: See list of OKC schools closed, virtual Thursday
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