TENNESSEE — Lingering hazardous road conditions, frigid temperatures, and the ongoing impact of a major winter storm have prompted numerous school districts across Tennessee to announce closures, e-learning days, and delayed starts for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. The wide scope of cancellations reflects safety concerns about icy roads and extreme cold following the storm.
Middle Tennessee Closures and Remote Learning
In Middle Tennessee, several schools and colleges reported closures or remote learning for Tuesday:
- Bedford County Schools — Closed through Tuesday, Jan. 27.
- Benton County Schools — Closed through Wednesday, Jan. 28.
- Battle Ground Academy — Closed Tuesday.
- B.E. Academy for Girls — Closed Tuesday.
- Allen County Schools — Closed Monday; NTI (remote) Tuesday.
- Cheatham County Schools, Clay County Schools, Coffee County Schools, Columbia Academy — Closed through Tuesday as of latest reports.
- Columbia State Community College (all campuses) — Virtual learning Tuesday rather than in-person instruction.
- Austin Peay University — Closed through Wednesday with remote operations.
These decisions come as districts continue to monitor conditions from the winter storm that dumped snow and ice across much of Tennessee and created hazardous travel conditions that persist into midweek.
East Tennessee Announcements
School districts in East Tennessee also reported closures or delays for Tuesday. Officials cited wintry road conditions and concerns over icy secondary roads for transportation safety.
Statewide Context
The school schedule changes follow a significant winter storm that affected much of Tennessee with heavy snow, ice, and extremely low temperatures, prompting widespread travel hazards and infrastructure challenges. Power outages and continued cold have further influenced decisions by school officials to cancel or modify in-person instruction for Jan. 27, 2026.
