Emergency Closings

If weather conditions pose a potential hazard to students, school officials may dismiss students early, delay opening schools or close schools for the day.  Parents are encouraged to call the 24-hour information line, visit the Charles County Public Schools web site, or subscribe to our press releases for the most accurate closing information.

If conditions require the closing or delayed opening of schools, decisions are made by 5:30 a.m. and radio and televisions stations are immediately notified.  A delayed opening permits buses to operate under safer conditions after traffic has diminished and roads are salted and cleared.  Buses run their routes one or two hours later than scheduled.

If it is necessary to close schools during the day, local radio and television stations are again notified and asked to make an announcement, usually by 10:30 a.m.  Afternoon and evening meetings and activated are cancelled if school close early.  For a complete list of radio stations, click here!

Schools Out Website

Parents can be notified by e-mail of unscheduled delays, early dismissals or closings. Register at www.schoolsout.com to receive automatic e-mails* or text messages** whenever a change to the regular school schedule occurs. Parents and students can also log on to the site at any time to check the latest status for all schools.

24-Hour Information Lines:

301-934-7410
301-932-6656