For Thursday, April 2, 2026, several Minnesota school districts have announced closings, e-learning days, or late starts due to a spring storm bringing a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. kare11.com +1
Major Closings & E-Learning Days
The following districts have shifted to virtual learning or closed entirely for the day:
- Bloomington Public Schools: E-Learning Day; childcare and after-school programs are canceled.
- Faribault Public Schools: E-Learning Day.
- Redwood Area Schools: Closed.
- Goodhue Public Schools: Closed.
- Marshall Public Schools: E-Learning Day.
- Minnetonka Christian Academy: 2-hour late start.
- New London-Spicer Schools: E-Learning Day.
- Sebeka Public School: Virtual Learning Day.
- Christ Lutheran School (Zumbrota): Closed.
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Delayed Starts (2 Hours)
Many districts are opening two hours late to allow for safer travel conditions:
- Northfield Public Schools: 2-hour late start; morning preschool and Kid Ventures canceled.
- St. Cloud Area Schools: 2-hour late start.
- Stillwater Area Schools: 2-hour late start.
- Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart: 2-hour late start.
- Pine Island Public Schools: 2-hour late start.
- Sartell-St. Stephen: 2-hour late start.
- Sauk Rapids-Rice: 2-hour late start.
- Becker Schools: 2-hour late start.
- Milaca Schools: 2-hour late start.
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How to Stay Updated
Because weather conditions can change quickly, it is recommended to verify your specific school’s status through these primary sources:
- District Websites & Apps: Most districts (like Northfield and Bloomington) post alerts directly on their homepages.
- Automated Alerts: Districts often use systems like Infinite Campus or SchoolMessenger to send texts and calls to families.
- Local News Outlets: Real-time closing lists are maintained by FOX 9, KARE 11, WCCO (CBS News), and KTTC.