As snow continues to fall this evening, the School District of Philadelphia has posted an announcement that all public schools will be closed on Friday, Jan. 3 due to the severe weather forecast. All early childhood and after school programs will also be closed.

A decision regarding the closure of administrative offices is pending and will be posted by 5 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 3. The public is urged to monitor the District Web site at www.philasd.org for any updates. Updated information will also be posted on the District’s Information Hotline at 215-400-INFO (4636).