LPS cancels classes due to winter weather

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Lincoln Public Schools announced a district-wide closure for Wednesday due to winter weather.

LPS said all classes are canceled and buildings are closed for Wednesday. There will be limited high school practices after 3 p.m.

“LPS knows that school closures can cause hardships for families, and for that reason LPS tries to remain open during inclement weather whenever possible,” LPS said in a statement on Wednesday. “A decision to cancel classes during inclement weather is always made in the best interest of safety for our students and staff. When LPS makes decisions to close in inclement weather, the school district considers challenging conditions for students, staff and families, as well as potentially hazardous conditions in all areas in the Lincoln city limits.”