The storm is expected to arrive late Thursday night with snow beginning between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m. The period of steadiest snow will be between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., according to meteorologist Brittany Boyer.
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Temperatures overnight will be cold enough for the snow to stick, so the morning commute could be messy. The Philadelphia area could see 2 to 4 inches of snow.
According to Superintendent Dr. William Hite, the teachers will notify students and parents of the virtual schedule for Friday.
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All School District of Philadelphia buildings will be closed including Family Technology Support Centers, Specialized Services Regional Centers, the offices at 440 North Broad Street and school grab-and-go meal sites.
Hite said district leaders will also continue to monitor the COVID-related staffing issues and will provide updates on Friday by 4 p.m. and Sunday by 4 p.m.