Glades County Schools excuse absences on Feb 2 due to cold weather

GLADES COUNTY, Fla. — Glades County Schools announced that student absences will be excused on Monday, Feb. 2, due to unusually cold temperatures in the area.

The decision comes as temperatures are expected to drop into the lower ranges overnight and early morning.

"The safety, health and well-being of our students always come first," the district said in a statement.

Families are encouraged to use their best judgment when deciding whether to send students to school.

Officials said students who do attend should dress warmly and take precautions against the cold.