NOLA-PS Schools Closure Extended through Tuesday, Aug. 31 Due to Hurricane Ida

(NEW ORLEANS – August 29, 2021) – Today, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) announced that the closure of schools and its Central Office will be extended through Tuesday, Aug. 31 due to Hurricane Ida.

All NOLA-PS COVID-19 testing services and mobile vaccinations will also be closed during that time.

The District will continue to monitor Ida and connect with local and state leaders regarding storm recovery needs. District officials also will continue to assess any recovery needs and communicate plans to reopen schools once assessments have been completed.

NOLA-PS reminds everyone to remain vigilant and to monitor the City's announcements for updates regarding Ida. NOLA-PS will post all storm related announcements on its social media as well.

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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district's administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.

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