MISD cancels school for Thursday

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Midland ISD campuses, facilities and offices will be closed Thursday because of inclement weather.

In a press release, Midland ISD reported, “In the event of winter weather, the decision to cancel or open schools is made the night before a potential closure. This allows students, parents and employees the ability to plan ahead instead of waiting for an early morning decision.

“Designated Central Office administrators have consulted with area weather and roads experts and have determined that anticipated early morning icy road conditions pose a risk to drivers. Parents will receive notification informing them of the cancellation.”

Midland ISD made the announcement on its social media around 4:30 p.m. Wednesday. It joins Ector County ISD, Greenwood ISD and Coahoma as school districts having canceled classes for Thursday.

As MISD goes, so do many other education entities, so it is expected that others will follow suit.