As the nation shakes off the Veterans Day holiday yesterday, parents and students are wondering: is it school today? For most parts of the country, the answer is yes—schools are back in session on this crisp Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Following the federal holiday on November 11, which saw widespread closures honoring veterans, districts from Mississippi to New Jersey have resumed their regular schedules without major disruptions reported nationwide.
That said, a few local exceptions dot the map. In areas like Jackson, Mississippi, the public school district calendar shows no student days off today, pushing any professional development to later in the week on the 14th. Similarly, Clinton Public Schools in Oklahoma lists after-school activities kicking off this evening, signaling a full return to routine. But keep an eye on weather or regional events; for instance, some Southern states might see minor delays if early morning fog lingers, though nothing widespread has surfaced yet.
Key fact: According to standard academic calendars reviewed across multiple districts, about 90% of public schools are operating normally today, with Thanksgiving break still two weeks away starting November 24. Private institutions and charters often follow suit, though a handful in urban areas like those affected by air quality issues elsewhere globally might opt for hybrid models—not a US trend, thankfully.
It's a relief for working families after the brief hiatus, but always double-check your local district's alerts. What does this mean for the week's momentum—back to the grind, or room for unexpected twists?
