Baltimore City Public Schools to Reopen Monday, Feb. 2 After Major Snowstorm

Baltimore City Public Schools will reopen on Monday, February 2, 2026, after this week’s closures and a districtwide shift to virtual learning prompted by what the district described as “one of the worst snowstorms in 10 years.” The system announced the reopening in a Jan. 30 notice and said cleanup operations continue across the city.

The district canceled all weekend school activities on Saturday, January 31, and Sunday, February 1 while crews cleared snow and ice from campuses. City Schools thanked families for their patience and said it is “thankful for the grace and flexibility that our students and families have demonstrated.” The district also recognized staff efforts: “We are also deeply grateful for the dedication of our team, especially our essential personnel and operations staff, for their tireless work preparing our facilities to open.”

Officials warned that conditions will remain uneven across neighborhoods and urged families to plan for slower commutes. Safety and travel guidance includes dressing for the weather with warm clothing and boots, building in extra travel time, watching carefully for ice on sidewalks, steps and bus stops, and walking slowly with smaller steps to avoid slipping. Parents and students were advised to “Avoid walking in the street; use sidewalks and crosswalks,” to be alert near intersections and make eye contact with drivers before crossing, and to use handrails while keeping hands out of pockets to maintain balance.

Transportation may be disrupted. The district advised families to check with MTA for alerts about possible delays and to prepare for potential schedule impacts to yellow bus transportation. If families encounter campus hazards, they should report them to their school leader or by emailing facilities@bcps.k12.md.us; city-level issues should be reported to 311.

The reopening declaration was framed as conditional: “Because of their hard work, and absent any additional inclement weather emergencies, City Schools will open on Monday, February 2, 2026.” The district did not list any school-by-school exceptions in the notice, and it did not provide snowfall totals or detailed damage reports in the announcement.

For Baltimore families, the immediate implication is a return to in-person classes with caveats: expect slower trips on snow-affected sidewalks and transit routes, carry warm gear, and check transit alerts before leaving home. The district closed its message of gratitude and optimism with a direct note to the community: “Thank you for your partnership, and we are excited to see our students on Monday!”