Orange Beach City Schools Classes to Resume on Monday

OBA Staff • January 25, 2025

Students return after a week of closures from winter storm

Orange Beach City Schools - Photo by Shelley Patterson, C-Shelz Photography

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The winter storm that swept through the Gulf Coast has caused significant disruptions to daily life, including school closures. Due to the lingering effects of the snow and Ice, Orange Beach City Schools were forced to close Tuesday through Friday, January 24th. (School was out on Monday for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.)

The school officials monitored the situation and worked to ensure the safety of all students and staff. With conditions expected to improve over the weekend, Orange Beach City Schools have announced that they will resume their regular in-person schedule on Monday, January 27th.

While schools remained closed on Friday, the Orange Beach City Schools Central Office opened its doors at 10 a.m. to provide essential services and support to the community.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed about the latest updates from the school system by checking the official website and social media channels.

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