Snow and ice close schools, trigger remote learning in western NC

CHARLOTTE — High country snow and ice prompted closures and remote learning days for some school districts in western North Carolina.

Watauga County Schools will operate on a remote learning day Monday. No students should report to school buildings. Staff may choose to come to school, but they must report on a two-hour delay.

The weather is also impacting exams at Appalachian State University. All in-person exams for Monday have been rescheduled or moved online.

Avery County Schools will also have a remote learning day. Staff will also work remotely.

Ashe County Public Schools will have an optional teacher workday with no school for students.

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