(New Orleans – June 17, 2026) — In accordance with state and local safety guidance, NOLA Public Schools' (NOLA-PS) Central Office (2401 Westbend Pkwy, NOLA 70114) will be closed to the public Thursday, June 18, due to a tropical storm threat, with forecasts calling for heavy rainfall and the potential for flash flooding throughout the region. The NOLA-PS Central Office will also be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
NOLA-PS is actively monitoring severe weather conditions and forecast developments. As the projected path and impacts of this storm continue to change and evolve, updates regarding normal operations will be shared as new information becomes available.
The community is encouraged to stay informed through local news, NOLA-PS social media channels, and direct communications from individual schools. Visit ready.nola.gov to remain weather-aware, follow local safety guidance, and take the necessary precautions to keep households and families safe.
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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 66 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.