WTPS CLOSED February 5, 2026 & April 16, 2026
Dear Wayne Township School Community,
Please be advised that the Wayne Township Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 5, 2026 and Thursday, April 16, 2026 due to a special primary/election taking place in several of our school buildings.
We recognize that this closure requires the use of an emergency closing day, and we understand the inconvenience this may cause for our families. While the district does not have the authority to restrict elections from taking place in school buildings designated as polling locations, the Wayne Township Board of Education did formally submit a request for alternate/remote options. Unfortunately, that request was not approved.
At several of the schools impacted by the election, the layout of the building and the location of the polling booths would not allow us to operate the school day at a level of safety that meets our expectations. After careful review, we determined that ensuring the safety and security of students, staff, and community members could not be accomplished to our satisfaction while polling was underway.
We sincerely apologize for the disruption this closure may cause. As always, the safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority, and this decision was made with that commitment at the forefront.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the Wayne Township Public Schools.