Habersham County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, due to ongoing hazardous conditions across the county.
Superintendent Patrick Franklin said school officials have been coordinating throughout the day with local government leaders, power providers, and emergency management personnel as the storm continues to impact the area.
According to Franklin, many roads remain impassable because of downed trees and power lines. In addition, extreme cold temperatures overnight are expected to refreeze roads, bus stops, and parking lots, creating unsafe conditions for school buses and student drivers.
“Tonight, extreme cold temperatures will refreeze many roads, bus stops, and parking lots making it unsafe for our buses and student drivers,” Franklin said.
District officials also urged residents to limit travel as much as possible, allowing power crews and county road crews to continue restoration and cleanup efforts safely.
In addition to K-12 school closures, North Georgia Technical College announced that all three NGTC campuses and Adult Education centers will be closed Tuesday, January 27, due to continuing challenges caused by the inclement weather.
Meanwhile, Piedmont University announced that it plans to resume classes and campus operations on Wednesday, January 28. University officials emphasized that safety remains the top priority and encouraged flexibility for those affected by storm conditions.
“Students, faculty, and staff who cannot safely return to campus should contact their supervisor or professor(s),” the university said.
Habersham News will continue to share updates as conditions evolve and additional announcements are made.
