Bowser Announces Two Hour Delay for DC Public Schools; DC Government to Open on Time

(Washington, DC) – Ahead of this morning’s expected snow, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that District of Columbia Public Schools will open two hours late. District Government is slated to open on time.

“Forecasts indicate that the District will see snow accumulations at the peak of rush hour this morning,” said Mayor Bowser. “A two hour delay for DC Public Schools will help ensure that District students are able to get to school safe, secure and ready to learn.”

All students, teachers, and non-essential school-based employees should report two hours after their regular start time. Central and administrative office employees should report based on the decision announced for other District government employees. However, all essential personnel should report at their regular start time.