The federal government could also issue early dismissals as a substantial winter storm arrives in the D.C. region.

Many school districts are likely to close schools or dismiss students early on Tuesday, Feb. 11, as a major snowstorm is expected to begin around midday.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A few schools are closed Monday due to illness. This comes as Tennessee recently ranked #4 in the U.S. for flu activity, according to data from Walgreens. Adding to these concerns, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has also flagged Tennessee as one of the states experiencing high flu activity.

Schools across Massachusetts announced closures or early dismissals in anticipation of Thursday's snow and sleet storm.

With snow again in the forecast for the Lower Shore on Tuesday, public schools have taken preemptive action by announcing early dismissal times.