CLAYTON COUNTY, GA — Clayton County Public Schools is keeping students indoors Thursday as high temperatures impact metro Atlanta.
The district canceled all school-related outdoor activities for Aug. 13, including physical education classes, recess and outdoor activities connected to coursework.
Athletic activities are also required to follow the Georgia High School Association’s standard protocols for Red Level conditions under By-Law 2.67.
While hot conditions are expected to continue into Friday, the district has not announced whether outdoor activities will also be affected on Aug. 14.
The district is encouraging parents and guardians to consider the conditions when making plans for outdoor activities and to make sure students are dressed appropriately for school.
Clayton County is not under a heat advisory.