Wood TV 8 Closures: Schools and Services Affected in Kent and Surrounding Counties

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 Wood TV 8 Closures: Schools and Services Affected in Kent and Surrounding Counties

As winter weather conditions continue to impact the region, several schools and services across Kent, Ionia, Montcalm, Ottawa, and Allegan counties have announced closures or delays. This includes public schools, private institutions, and local businesses. Wood TV 8 provides up-to-date information on school and business closings to keep residents informed about the latest disruptions.

Wood TV 8 Closures: List of Affected Institutions

A - Assumption Church of Belmont, Kent County

Assumption Church of Belmont in Kent County has canceled the adoration session scheduled for today. Faithful are advised to stay tuned for updates on further schedule changes.

B - Belding Area Schools, Ionia County

Belding Area Schools, located in Ionia County, have announced that all classes are closed today due to adverse weather conditions. Parents and students should check the school’s official channels for any updates regarding after-school activities.

  • Belding Area Schools: Closed Today

F - Flat River Academy and Freedom Acres School, Montcalm and Ionia Counties

Both Flat River Academy in Montcalm County and Freedom Acres School in Ionia County have canceled classes for today. In addition, Freedom Acres School has closed all of its transitions sites and independent living centers.

  • Flat River Academy: Closed Today
  • Freedom Acres School: Closed Today (including Transitions Sites & Independent Living Center)
  • Fruitport Community Schools, Muskegon County: Closed Today

G - Gerald Dawkins Academy and Grand Rapids Public Schools, Kent County

Several Kent County institutions, including Gerald Dawkins Academy, Grand Rapids Public Schools, and both Grand Rapids Early Discovery Centers, have also canceled classes today. However, district offices for Grand Rapids Public Schools remain open, despite the school closures.

  • Gerald Dawkins Academy: Closed Today
  • Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center: Closed Today
  • Grand Rapids Early Discovery Center: Closed Today
  • Grand Rapids Public Schools: Closed (District Offices remain open)

H - HSB, Inc. and Hopkins Public Schools, Kent and Allegan Counties

HSB, Inc. in Kent County has canceled all daytime activities, while Hopkins Public Schools in Allegan County has also announced a closure for today.

  • HSB, Inc.: Closed (All daytime activities cancelled)
  • Hopkins Public Schools: Closed Today

I - Ionia County School Closures

Ionia County is experiencing widespread school closures, including Ionia County Career Center, Ionia ISD, and Ionia Public Schools. This includes the cancellation of the IM Kids 3rd Meal program.

  • Ionia County Career Center: Closed Today
  • Ionia County ISD: Closed (Including IM Kids 3rd Meal Program)
  • Ionia Public Schools: Closed Today

K - Kelloggsville Public Schools, Kent County

Kelloggsville Public Schools in Kent County have also closed for the day due to ongoing weather issues.

  • Kelloggsville Public Schools: Closed Today

L - Lake Michigan Academy and Lakewood Public Schools, Kent and Ionia Counties

Both Lake Michigan Academy in Kent County and Lakewood Public Schools in Ionia County have announced closures today.

  • Lake Michigan Academy: Closed Today
  • Lakewood Public Schools: Closed Today

N - New Branches Charter Academy and North LeValley School, Kent and Ionia Counties

New Branches Charter Academy and North LeValley School have canceled classes for the day.

  • New Branches Charter Academy: Closed Today
  • North LeValley School: Closed Today

P - Portland Public Schools, Ionia County

Portland Public Schools in Ionia County will be closed for today, Thursday, December 20th.

  • Portland Public Schools: Closed Today

R - Ridge Park Charter Academy, Kent County

Ridge Park Charter Academy, located in Kent County, has also canceled classes today.

  • Ridge Park Charter Academy: Closed Today

S - SS. Peter and Paul School Ionia, Saranac Community Schools, and Spring Lake Public Schools

Several schools in Ionia and Ottawa counties are closed today. This includes SS. Peter and Paul School in Ionia, Saranac Community Schools, and Spring Lake Public Schools in Ottawa County.

  • SS. Peter and Paul School Ionia: Closed Today
  • Saranac Community Schools: Closed Today
  • Spring Lake Public Schools: Closed Today

T - Tri County Area Schools, Montcalm County

Tri County Area Schools in Montcalm County have announced that they will be closed on Monday due to weather-related conditions.

  • Tri County Area Schools: Closed Monday

W - West MI Construction Institute and West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academics

Both the West MI Construction Institute in Kent County and the West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academics in Ottawa County are closed today.

  • West MI Construction Institute: Closed Today
  • West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academics: Closed Today

Wyoming Public Schools

Wyoming Public Schools in Kent County have also canceled all classes today due to winter weather conditions.

  • Wyoming Public Schools: Closed Today

Delays and Limited Closures

Some schools, such as Lowell Area Schools in Kent County and St. Patrick Catholic School in Parnell, have announced delays. Lowell Area Schools will open with a 2-hour delay, while St. Patrick Catholic School will delay opening by 2 hours.

  • Lowell Area Schools: 2-Hour Delay
  • St. Patrick Catholic School – Parnell: 2-Hour Delay

Conclusion

The winter season continues to disrupt schedules across the region. As the weather conditions evolve, it is important for residents, parents, and students to stay informed through local news outlets like Wood TV 8 for updates on school and business closures. For those affected, check with your local school district or business for further details and potential rescheduling.

Make sure to take necessary precautions while traveling in these winter conditions. Stay safe, and stay connected for real-time updates.