Since city students and teachers enjoyed their first snow day in five years, the Department of Education pushed back the first day of the state math test for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students, from Tuesday to Wednesday. Middle school students will remain on schedule, taking the test on March 10 and 11.

Today was supposed to be the final day for kindergarten applications, but because of the inclement weather, the deadline for parents to visit elementary schools and fill out an application has been extended to Friday, March 6. We can only hope that this extension won't be a sign of delays to come.

The mayoroffered some adviceto students who are hoping for a second day off tomorrow: "things can always change," he said, "but my suggestion is to do your homework."