Icy Roads Force School Cancellation in Charles Town Area
Jefferson County School System Offers Mea Culpa to Families After Roads were Slicker Than Predicted and Elementary school had to be called off
The Panhandle News Network | Friday, December 5, 2025
Following unexpected icy road conditions, officials from Jefferson County Schools acknowledged their misjudgment in assessing the weather before school started, leading to a cancellation for elementary students while secondary students remained in class. The situation arose during a winter weather event that affected transportation in towns like Charles Town and Shannondale. The school system expressed its commitment to safety and a thorough review of their processes to prevent future errors, emphasizing their responsibility to the families impacted by today's decisions.
