Snow Day: Paramus Schools Closed On Friday

PARAMUS, NJ — Paramus Schools will be closed on Friday as snow falls on New Jersey, causing potential staffing problems.

"The weather forecast for tomorrow has remained consistent in its predictions for steady snowfall throughout the overnight and morning hours. Historically, when other districts in and around the region close and safe driving is compromised, schools experience an increase in staff unable to safely make it to work," said Superintendent Sean Adams.

He continued:

"While our district has contingency plans for dealing with the resulting increase in staff absences, the impact of tomorrow’s storm will be compounded by the current staffing coverage already needed due to the increase in COVID-19 cases following the recent holiday season.

As a result, in the interest of the health and safety of our staff and students, all Paramus Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 7, 2022. All before school, after school, and evening activities are canceled."

Forecasters predict 3-5 in. of snowfall in North Jersey starting Thursday night and continuing into Friday morning. The snow predicted for Friday morning is likely to cause the most problems, NWS officials said.

"Treacherous roadway conditions are likely, especially early," the NWS said, signaling potential trouble for morning commuters.

Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency on Thursday, which goes into effect at 10 p.m.
Murphy recommended that anyone who can work remotely or start later in the day should do so.

Forecasters expect the brunt of the storm to occur between 1-7 a.m. Friday, with the highest snowfall totals projected for portions of South and Central Jersey.