Ridgewood Schools Closed Monday: Severe Storm Triggers Total Shutdown and Activity Cancellations
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Ridgewood NJ, Attention Ridgewood parents, students, and staff: A significant winter storm has triggered an official school closure. As the safety of the community remains the top priority, the Ridgewood Public School District has confirmed that all buildings will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026.
Key Details Regarding the Weather Closure
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School Status: Closed (Monday, Feb 23).
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Afterschool Activities: All scheduled programs, clubs, and extracurriculars are cancelled.
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Athletics: All athletic events and practices scheduled for Monday are cancelled.
The district administration is closely monitoring the evolving weather conditions and the severity of the storm. Families are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates regarding Tuesday’s schedule.
Safety First
Ridgewood Public Schools emphasizes that the decision to close is rooted in the safety of students and staff navigating potentially hazardous road conditions. Local residents are urged to follow local emergency guidelines, stay off the roads if possible, and keep warm during the inclement weather.
How to Stay Updated
For real-time notifications and any additional changes to the school calendar:
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Check the official Ridgewood Public Schools website.
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Monitor local news outlets for Bergen County weather alerts.
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Ensure your contact information is up to date in the district’s emergency notification system.
Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the snow day, Ridgewood!
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Shut it down, maybe even Tuesday too