In a last-minute decision, Prince George’s County Public Schools has cancelled classes as a result of staffers taking the day off Wednesday for the Day Without a Woman protest.

The district announced late Tuesday that about 1,700 teachers and 30 percent of transportation staff had requested leave for the day.

“We cannot transport students and provide safe, productive learning environments without adequate staff,” said the district statement. “As a result, schools will be closed tomorrow for students. We apologize for the inconvenient this will surely cause to many families.”