Welcome to another school year in Kanawha County! To help parents, students, and staff stay on top of the academic calendar, here’s a simple guide to the important dates for the 2024-2025 school year. Save these dates to stay organized and make the most of each semester.

Key Dates for 2024-2025

• August 12, 2024 – Teachers Return for Professional Learning
  The school year starts for teachers with a day dedicated to training and preparation.

• August 13-14, 2024 – Professional Learning Days
  These days focus on professional development, ensuring teachers are ready to support students.

• August 15, 2024 – Prep Day for Faculty
  Teachers finalize preparations for opening day, including faculty meetings and planning.

• August 16, 2024 – First Day for Students
  The big day for students! Classes officially begin for all Kanawha County students.

• September 2, 2024 – Labor Day Holiday
  Schools and offices are closed for this national holiday, giving students and staff a long weekend early in the semester.

• September 20, 2024 – Midterm for First Nine Weeks
  This midpoint marks an opportunity to check in on academic progress and prepare for the second half of the grading period.

• October 14, 2024 – Parent-Teacher Conferences
  A day off for students while parents meet with teachers to discuss progress and goals.

• October 15, 2024 – Professional Learning Day/Faculty Senate
  Another day for teacher training, with students out of school.

• October 18, 2024 – End of First Nine Weeks
  The first grading period wraps up, allowing teachers to assess student progress so far.

• October 21, 2024 – Start of Second Nine Weeks
  The second nine-week grading period begins with a fresh start.

• October 25, 2024 – Report Cards
  Students receive report cards, giving families a look at their child’s progress during the first nine weeks.

• November 5, 2024 – Election Day
  Schools and offices are closed as citizens head to the polls.

• November 11, 2024 – Veterans Day
  A holiday to honor our veterans, with schools and offices closed.

• November 22, 2024 – Midterm for Second Nine Weeks
  Midpoint for the second nine weeks, offering a good time to review and adjust.

• November 25-29, 2024 – Thanksgiving Break
  Schools are closed for the week of Thanksgiving, including extra days for students and staff to enjoy.

• December 20, 2024 – Professional Learning Day/Faculty Senate
  Teachers participate in professional development, while students enjoy a day off just before winter break.

• December 23-31, 2024 – Winter Break
  Schools close for the holiday season, giving students and staff time to recharge.

• January 1, 2025 – New Year’s Day
  Schools remain closed to celebrate the start of the new year.

• January 6, 2025 – Schools Reopen
  After winter break, classes resume for the second semester.

• January 17, 2025 – End of Second Nine Weeks and First Semester
  Marks the close of the first semester with exams and assessments.

• January 20, 2025 – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
  Schools and offices close to honor Dr. King’s legacy.

• January 22, 2025 – Third Nine Weeks Begins
  A new grading period starts as students embark on the second half of the school year.

• January 24, 2025 – Report Cards
  Semester report cards are issued, reflecting progress up to this point.

• February 17, 2025 – Professional Learning Day/Faculty Senate
  A professional day for teachers with no school for students.

• March 21, 2025 – End of Third Nine Weeks
  Students wrap up another grading period with exams and projects.

• March 24-27, 2025 – Spring Break
  Schools close for a weeklong spring break, giving everyone a well-deserved pause.

• March 31, 2025 – Fourth Nine Weeks Begins
  The final grading period kicks off as the school year approaches its conclusion.

• April 4, 2025 – Report Cards
  Report cards go out, giving families a final update before the end of the year.

• May 26, 2025 – Memorial Day
  Schools and offices are closed to honor those who served in the armed forces.

• May 30, 2025 – Last Day for Students
  The school year ends with a day of celebrations and reflections on the year’s achievements.

• June 6, 2025 – Last Day for Teachers
  Faculty and staff complete final tasks to close out the year.