Shelters are opening across North Central Florida as evacuation orders are issued for residents ahead of Helene

School districts across Northwest Florida have released statements as Helene continues to move towards Florida.It is forecast to make landfa

Tropical Storm Helene is expected to strengthen to hurricane status and hit North Florida later this week. This is impacting schools and Friday high school football.

As Helene, expected to make landfall in North Florida as a major hurricane, continues to churn off the state's coast, many schools are making the decision to cancel class at the end of the week.>> Track Helene: Latest maps and modelsSign up for our NewslettersUse the list below to see up-to-date school closures in Central Florida and other areas.