New York City Schools Close Monday for First Snow Day Since 2019 Amid Nor'easter

New York City public schools closed on Monday, February 23, 2026, marking the city's first traditional snow day in nearly seven years due to a severe nor'easter expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds. Officials, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels, prioritized safety over remote learning, citing challenges in device distribution and recent midwinter recess. A blizzard warning remains in effect, and the decision on Tuesday's school reopening is pending.