Gwinnett Co. Schools Adjust Schedule For Jan. 10

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — Gwinnett County schools are shifting to a digital learning day as Georgia hunkers down for a widespread winter storm that may be a menace to the East Coast.

School officials did not say if staff members would need to report to work but added a state of emergency may change the school system's current status, closing all schools and offices.

Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday issued a state of emergency that will expire on Tuesday.

Schools and teachers will communicate guidance for assignments. Extracurricular activities and meal deliveries will be canceled on Friday, school officials said.

Information will be sent to families and staffers via ParentSquare, school officials said.

"Any students who are unable to participate should work directly with their teachers on alternative activities and assignments. Students should ensure they have their district-issued devices at home for this DLD," school officials said in a notice.

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