The Onslow County School Calendar for the academic year 2024-2025 is packed with significant dates to ensure a smooth academic experience for both students and staff. This article details the essential holidays, workdays, and professional development days for the year.

Key Highlights for the Academic Year

The academic year includes numerous holidays, professional development days, teacher workdays, and breaks for students and staff. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the important dates you need to know for the 2024-2025 school year.

1. Important Holidays

• July 4, 2024: Independence Day Holiday – Schools and offices will be closed to celebrate Independence Day.

• September 2, 2024: Labor Day Holiday – Schools will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

• November 11, 2024: Veterans Day Holiday – A day to honor military veterans, no school for students and staff.

• November 28-29, 2024: Thanksgiving Holidays – Students and staff will enjoy a break for Thanksgiving.

• December 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025: Winter Break / Holiday – A much-awaited winter holiday break for students and staff.

• April 14-21, 2025: Spring Break / Leave and Holiday – An extended spring break for students to relax and refresh.

• May 26, 2025: Memorial Day Holiday – Schools will be closed to honor Memorial Day.

2. First and Last Days of School

• August 26, 2024: First Day of School – The first day of classes for students.

• June 6, 2025: Last Day of School – The academic year concludes, marking the start of summer break for students.

3. Teacher Workdays

Teacher workdays are crucial for preparing instructional materials, professional development, and planning activities. Here are the scheduled teacher workdays:

• August 16-23, 2024: Teacher Work Days – Preparatory workdays before the start of the school year.

• October 14, 2024: Teacher Work Day – A day for teachers to catch up on administrative tasks and planning.

• November 27, 2024: Teacher Work Day – Preparation before the Thanksgiving break.

• January 20-22, 2025: Teacher Workday/Leave – Three days designated for teachers’ professional duties.

• February 17, 2025: Teacher Work Day – Time for teachers to focus on lesson plans and classroom activities.

• March 17, 2025: Teacher Work Day – A workday for teachers to complete important tasks.

• June 9-12, 2025: Teacher Work Days – Post-school workdays for end-of-year wrap-up activities.

4. Professional Development Days

Professional development days are an opportunity for teachers to receive training and enhance their skills. Below are the scheduled professional development days:

• September 18, 2024: Professional Development Day – Staff development and training.

• October 9, 2024: Professional Development Day – Continued professional development for teachers.

• November 20, 2024: Professional Development Day – Training sessions to improve teaching practices.

• February 12, 2025: Professional Development Day – A day for learning and development.

• March 12, 2025: Professional Development Day – Another session dedicated to teacher growth.

• April 9, 2025: Professional Development Day – Professional development activities for staff.

5. Breaks and Holidays

The academic calendar is designed to provide students and staff with adequate breaks for rest and rejuvenation.

• Thanksgiving Break: November 28-29, 2024 – Schools will be closed for Thanksgiving celebrations.

• Winter Break: December 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025 – The holiday break provides a restful period for both students and staff during winter.

• Spring Break: April 14-21, 2025 – A full week of break for students to enjoy springtime.