Check the list for school closings in Metro Detroit
Dozens of schools across Metro Detroit are already closed for Wednesday , Jan. 28, 2026.
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Metro Detroit parents and students are advised of school closures for Tuesday due to [weather conditions/other reasons – adjust as needed]. This includes public, private, and charter schools across multiple districts in the region.
Key School District Closures:
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Detroit Public Schools Community District: Closed
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Wayne-Westland Schools: Closed
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Dearborn Public Schools: Closed
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Southfield Public Schools: Closed
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Troy School District: Closed
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More than 100 Metro Detroit schools and districts confirmed closures or delays for Tuesday due to the ongoing winter impacts.
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The closures come after significant snowfall earlier in the week and continued bitterly cold conditions, making travel and outdoor waiting at bus stops unsafe.
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Michigan State Police reported numerous weather‑related crashes earlier in the week, reinforcing the need for caution and the school closure decisions.
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School officials cited extreme cold, dangerous wind chill, and ongoing snow and ice as the primary factors for cancelling classes. With temperatures well below freezing and residual snow on roadways, transportation is a key concern — particularly for students who walk or rely on bus service.
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What Families Should Know
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Many schools plan to resume normal schedules as weather conditions improve later in the week.
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Parents and caregivers are advised to monitor district announcements and weather updates before sending students back.
Local meteorologists and school administrators noted that closures can also be influenced by conditions at bus stops and the safety of students waiting outdoors.
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