Cobb, Marietta Schools Adjust Schedules For Jan. 10

MARIETTA, GA — Cobb County and Marietta schools will close Friday as Georgia hunkers down for a widespread winter storm that may be a menace to the East Coast.

Extracurricular activities are also canceled for Friday and Saturday, school officials for county and city districts said.

Each Marietta city school will treat sidewalks and roadways with salt and ice melt, if needed, school officials said.

“We understand the challenges a school closure can pose, and we’re doing everything possible to ease this inconvenience,” Marietta City Schools Superintendent Dr. Grant Rivera said in a news release. “Our jobs aren’t done until we’ve exhausted every resource to ensure the safety and comfort of our students and staff.”

The city school system's nutrition department will offer free, pre-packaged breakfasts and lunches to every student during Thursday's dismissal, school officials said.

“Our mission is to care for every student during any time,” Nutrition Dir. Cindy Culver said in the release. “We know that for many of our students, school meals are a critical part of their daily routine—and sometimes the only nutritious source. We’re proud to offer these balanced meals so no child goes hungry if they’re stuck at home due to the weather.”

Cobb County government offices will shut down Friday and Saturday, including parks and libraries. County officials said libraries are expected to regularly operate Sunday.

Cobb County Chief Judge Gregory Poole ordered the closing of the county courthouse Friday, excluding the Cobb Magistrate Court, which will continue its around-the-clock operations.

County officials said the courthouse will reopen normally on Monday.

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