Due to an extreme cold warning in central Iowa, multiple Des Moines area school districts are canceling classes on Friday, January 23. Expected wind chills could reach 30 degrees below zero.
Districts closed include:
- Des Moines Public Schools
- Ames, Ankeny, Bondurant-Farrar, and Johnston
- Dallas Center-Grimes, Southeast Polk, and Urbandale
- Waukee and West Des Moines
Cancellations apply to classes, activities, and often before/after-care, though some districts noted evening events might proceed. The University of Iowa is shifting all classes online but keeping offices open. Students and parents should check specific district social media or websites for further details.
