UPDATED Statement from Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi and Superintendent Gwen Byrd.
Governor Ivey has issued a statement closing all Alabama public schools from Thursday, March 19 through Friday, April 3. In cooperation with this statement and out of concern for the welfare of our students, all Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of Mobile will close midday Wednesday, March 18 and will remain closed through Friday, April 3. A determination regarding the reopening of schools after that date will depend upon future developments.
Each Catholic school will participate in distance learning. Individual schools will inform parents concerning the procedure and expectations of the distance learning.
Continued prayers for all those affected by COVID-19 worldwide.