While we recognize that many of our classrooms remain comfortable, temperatures in certain areas of some buildings are expected to reach levels that would make teaching and learning difficult and uncomfortable for both students and staff. After careful consideration and consultation with our administrative team, we believe an early dismissal is the most appropriate decision to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of everyone in our schools.
Please note that aftercare will remain available following the early dismissal.
All Old Bridge Township Public Schools will begin Spring Break with an early dismissal on Friday, March 27th. School will be closed from March 30th through April 3rd, and students will return for a regular school day on Monday, April 6th.
Please be advised that during tomorrow morning’s school arrival, all eastbound traffic on 516 will be stopped at Cottrell Road and redirected. Hard closures will be at Higgins Road and Bennett Road, with detours at Cottrell and Partridge Roads, and additional detours will continue to impact local traffic patterns.
Our Old Bridge Police Department’s Traffic and Safety Unit will be stationed at all detour locations to assist with traffic flow and ensure safety.
While the most significant impact will be felt near Old Bridge High School, we do anticipate residual delays across the township that may affect bus arrival times at all schools. Please allow extra time in the morning and remember that the most important priority is arriving safely.
Wednesday, February 25 was originally scheduled as an early dismissal for students and a full day for staff PLC. In the interest of safety, we will instead operate on a two -hour delayed opening schedule for all staff and students. All PLC activities will be rescheduled. See delayed opening schedule below:
OBHS 9:35am - 2:00pm
Middle School 10:10am - 2:41pm
Elementary 10:50am - 3:15pm
Pre-School Delayed Opening (Full-Day) 10:50am - 2:00pm
Pre-School Delayed Opening (AM) 10:50am - 12:50pm
Pre-School Delayed Opening (PM) 1:15pm - 3:15pm
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. With some additional inclement weather expected overnight, this delayed opening will allow everyone extra time in the morning to travel safely to school.
Please do not be concerned about any potential calendar adjustments at this time. We will review and make any necessary decisions regarding the school calendar at our March Board of Education meeting.
In consultation with township officials and the Office of Emergency Management, Old Bridge Township Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, January 26. We will continue to closely monitor the storm, including conditions that may affect school operations on Tuesday. Please stay tuned for further communication as the situation evolves. Safety is the clear winner today, so stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy the day.
Old Bridge Township Public Schools winter break schedule:
December 23rd - early dismissal
December 24th through January 1st - closed
January 2nd - early dismissal
All Old Bridge Township Public Schools will operate on a regular schedule on Monday, December 15, 2025.
All Old Bridge Township Public Schools will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, for a staff PLC Day.
