Kansas City Area School Closings and Remote Learning for Friday, January 23, 2026 | Winter Storm Update
Kansas City Area School Closings and Remote Learning for Friday, January 23, 2026 | Winter Storm Update Kansas City Area School Closings and Remote Learning for Friday, January 23, 2026 – Winter Storm Update Published: January 23, 2026 | By Marjorie | Qalamkaar Projected snow accumulation across the Kansas City region (Source: National Weather Service) Extreme cold and an approaching major winter storm have prompted dozens of schools and districts across the Kansas City metro area to cancel in-person classes on Friday, January 23, 2026 . A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the entire region, with wind chills dropping below zero and 6–9 inches of snow expected starting Friday evening through Sunday. Dangerous travel conditions and bitterly low temperatures are the primary reasons for these decisions, as districts prioritize...