Atkinson County School System School Calendar 2026-2027

Before classes begin, middle and high school families have open house on July 29, while elementary families attend July 30. Both run from 3 to 6 p.m. The first student day is August 4. Parent-teacher conferences follow on September 3, with a half day on September 4 before the Labor Day weekend. October brings another half day on the 14th, followed by fall break October 15–19. Students return Tuesday, October 20. Thanksgiving break covers November 23–27, with classes resuming November 30.

December 18 is a half day before Christmas holidays begin December 21. The holiday ends January 1, but January 4–5 are also days without student classes for in-service and data work. Students return January 6, when report cards go home. The February conference date is February 10, followed by a half day February 11 and winter break February 12–15. March 15 is another student day off for in-service. Spring break runs April 5–9, with an April 12 return. The year ends May 21 with a half day and graduation; check school notices for dismissal and ceremony times.