Reply Here's what you need to know about the snow in Wakefield on Wednesday and Thursday. (Rachel Nunes/Patch) WAKEFIELD, MA — Just when you thought 2020 might let you out, it snows you back in. With more than a foot of snow possible in the Wakefield area overnight Wednesday, here are some things to know about how the snow might affect you once you are all stocked up on milk, bread and maybe a few warm, holiday treats. Schools Remote Wakefield Public School buildings will be closed and students will participate in remote learning on Thursday, Dec. 17. The district will watch the weather throughout the day on Thursday to see if the in-person schedule needs to be adjusted for Friday.