News Summary
Atlanta Public Schools has announced the academic calendar for the upcoming school year. Students will return to classrooms on August 1 and conclude the year on May 28. Breaks include December, winter, and spring holidays. The schedule is crucial for families planning vacations and activities during school closures. It’s important to verify these dates with local school districts as they may change.
Atlanta Schools Release Comprehensive Calendar for 2025-2026 Academic Year
In an exciting move for families and educators alike, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) has unveiled its schedule for the 2025-2026 academic year. Buckle up, as students will be heading back to classrooms beginning on Monday, August 1, 2025. The school year will wrap up with the final day of classes on May 28, 2026.
Key Breaks and Holidays
During the year, students will enjoy a few well-deserved breaks. Here’s an overview of the crucial dates to mark on the calendar:
- December break: From December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026
- Winter break: Scheduled from February 18-20, 2026
- Spring break: Planned for April 6-10, 2026
APS serves over 50,000 students and stands as the primary school district within the Atlanta city lines. Several other school districts in the Atlanta area will align their starting and ending dates around the same timeline:
- Buford City Schools: August 1, 2025 – May 21, 2026
- Cherokee County School District: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- City Schools of Decatur: July 31, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Clayton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Cobb County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 20, 2026
- Coweta County School System: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- DeKalb County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 28, 2026
- Fayette County Public Schools: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Forsyth County Schools: August 5, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Fulton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 21, 2026
- Gwinnett County Public Schools: August 4, 2025 – May 20, 2026
- Henry County Schools: July 31, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Marietta City Schools: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Newton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
While these dates have been set, it’s worth noting that they are subject to change. Families are encouraged to confirm the final schedules with their respective school districts to avoid any hiccups.
Planning Family Holidays
The announcement brings not only school dates but also a golden opportunity for families to plan their vacations before and during the school breaks. Making summer memories while ensuring the kids stay on top of their education is a fine balance!
Looking Back at the 2024-2025 School Year
Before plunging ahead into the 2025-2026 academic year, let’s glance back at some significant holidays and breaks from the current school calendar:
- Thanksgiving break: November 25-29, 2024
- Winter break: December 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025
- Spring break: April 7-11, 2025
- Last day of 2024-2025 school year: May 29, 2025
As students and families gear up for an exciting future in education, the Atlanta school districts are poised for another bustling year full of learning and growth.
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Additional Resources
- Rough Draft Atlanta: APS School Calendar 2024-25
- Wikipedia: School Year
- Marietta.com: Cobb County School Calendar 2024-2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education
- Rough Draft Atlanta: DeKalb County Schools Calendar 2024-25
- Google News: Atlanta Schools Calendar
