Dozens of school districts across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex have cancelled classes for Monday after a winter storm spread freezing rain, sleet and snow across North Texas. Officials say icy roads, freezing temperatures and dangerous travel conditions made it unsafe for buses, students and staff to commute, leading to widespread closures throughout the region.
The storm has affected communities across Dallas, Tarrant, Denton and Collin counties, with forecasters warning that bridges, overpasses and untreated roads could remain icy well into the day. Residents are being urged to limit unnecessary travel until conditions improve.
Latest weather information: The National Weather Service Fort Worth continues to monitor the winter storm and warns that even roads that appear wet may still be covered by a thin layer of ice.
Dallas-Fort Worth school closures for Monday
Many of the region’s largest public school districts have announced they will remain closed Monday because of hazardous weather. District officials continue to encourage families to monitor official communication channels in case additional updates or schedule changes are announced.
- Allen ISD
- Arlington ISD
- Argyle ISD
- Birdville ISD
- Carroll ISD (Southlake)
- Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
- Celina ISD
- Coppell ISD
- Crowley ISD
- Dallas ISD
- Denton ISD
- DeSoto ISD
- Duncanville ISD
- Fort Worth ISD
- Frisco ISD
- Gainesville ISD
- Garland ISD
- Grand Prairie ISD
- Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
- Irving ISD
- Keller ISD
- Lake Dallas ISD
- Lancaster ISD
- Lewisville ISD
- Mansfield ISD
- McKinney ISD
- Mesquite ISD
- Northwest ISD
- Plano ISD
- Prosper ISD
- Richardson ISD
- Sanger ISD
- Waxahachie ISD
- Weatherford ISD
Why schools are closing across North Texas
School districts generally make closure decisions after reviewing weather forecasts, road conditions, transportation routes and recommendations from emergency management officials. Monday’s closures largely reflect concerns that buses would have to travel before sunrise when road surfaces are at their coldest and most likely to remain icy.
Although some major highways may improve during the afternoon, neighborhood streets, bridges and elevated roadways often stay frozen much longer. Those conditions increase the risk for buses and parents driving children to school.
The winter weather is affecting more than classrooms. Several colleges, universities, medical facilities and community organizations across the Dallas-Fort Worth area have adjusted schedules, delayed appointments or temporarily suspended some services because of the storm.
Healthcare providers, including Scottish Rite and Cook Children’s, have announced changes to selected appointments and clinic operations while continuing to provide essential medical services where possible.
Winter storms can affect more than travel. If freezing temperatures continue, it’s worth understanding how the Texas electrical system responds during periods of high demand. This guide to Texas winter power grid emergencies explains what causes outages, how grid operators respond and practical steps households can take to prepare before severe weather arrives.
Travel and safety advice during the winter storm
Drivers should remember that roads can look clear while still hiding patches of black ice. Transportation officials recommend slowing down, allowing extra stopping distance and avoiding unnecessary trips until temperatures begin rising above freezing.
Families should continue checking directly with their school district for updates on extracurricular activities, sporting events and any revised academic schedules. District websites, email alerts and official social media accounts remain the most reliable sources for campus-specific information.
This roundup is based on announcements from North Texas school districts, official weather forecasts and publicly available emergency information. For the latest closure updates and weather advisories, residents should continue following their local school district and official government weather agencies.
Closure information has been verified using official district announcements together with reporting from FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
