The 2024-2025 school year is packed with exciting events, holidays, and key milestones that will shape the upcoming academic year. Here’s an overview of the important dates you need to mark on your calendar to stay organized and ready for the upcoming school term.

Key Dates and Events

July – August 2024: A Fresh Start

• July 24-26 & July 29-31: Pre-Planning days for staff, setting the stage for a successful school year.
• August 1: First Day of School! We are ready to welcome students back to start a new chapter filled with learning and fun.
• August 29: Parent-Teacher Conference and Progress Reports will be held to discuss student progress.
• August 30: An early release day for both students and staff to wrap up the first month.

September – October 2024: Settling In

• September 2: Labor Day Holiday – Enjoy a well-deserved break!
• September 3: Data Day for staff only – No classes for students.
• October 8: Report Cards are out, providing feedback on the first 45 days of school.
• October 14-18: Fall Holidays – A week off to recharge.
• October 21: In-Service Day for staff training and development.

November – December 2024: End of the Year Buzz

• November 13: Progress Reports are issued.
• November 25-29: Thanksgiving Holidays – Time to give thanks and enjoy time with family.
• December 20: Last day of the semester with an early release, marking the end of the first half of the academic year.
• December 23 – January 3: Christmas Holidays – Celebrate the festive season!

January – March 2025: New Year, New Opportunities

• January 6-7: In-Service Days for staff, helping ensure a smooth start to the new semester.
• January 9: Report Cards – Reviewing progress as the second semester begins.
• February 11: Parent-Teacher Conferences for open discussions about student growth.
• March 31 – April 4: Spring Holidays – A refreshing spring break for everyone!

April – June 2025: Wrapping Up the Year

• April 22: Progress Reports to assess learning before the final stretch.
• May 23: The Last Day of School with an early release and Graduation ceremony.
• May 27-28: Post-Planning for staff to prepare for the upcoming year.
• June 19: Juneteenth Holiday – Honoring freedom and celebrating history.

Holiday Highlights

• Labor Day (September 2)
• Thanksgiving Break (November 25-29)
• Christmas Holidays (December 23 – January 3)
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 20)
• Presidents’ Day Break (February 14, 17-18)
• Memorial Day (May 26)
• Juneteenth (June 19)

Additional Information

The school calendar is designed to balance instructional days with breaks and holidays to ensure a healthy pace for both learning and relaxation. Parents and students are encouraged to keep these dates in mind for smooth planning throughout the year.

Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding the calendar or specific events, feel free to reach out to the respective school administrators:

• Central Office (Superintendent): 912-422-7373
• Atkinson County High School: Principal Melissa Wilbanks, 912-422-3267
• Atkinson County Middle School: Principal Calandra Holmes, 912-422-3267
• Pearson Elementary School: Principal Jarred Morris, 912-422-3882
• Transportation Department: Ray Douglas, Director, 912-422-7317