Union County School Calendar 2024-2025

As families, students, and teachers gear up for another exciting school year in Union County, staying organized with the key dates on the school calendar can help everyone plan ahead. Here’s a quick overview of the most important dates for the 2024-2025 school year!

 Start Dates

• First Day of School: September 5, 2024. The new school year officially kicks off on this day, but note that it will be an early dismissal day for students.
• Staff Development Days: September 3-4, 2024. Before students return, staff will participate in essential training sessions.

Fall Breaks and Holidays

• Labor Day: September 2, 2024. Schools will be closed to celebrate this national holiday.
• Rosh Hashanah: October 3-4, 2024. Schools will close for this holiday, providing students and staff a long weekend.
• Diwali: November 1, 2024. This significant festival of lights is observed with a day off.
• Thanksgiving Break: November 27-29, 2024. Students will have an early dismissal on the 27th, followed by two full days off for Thanksgiving.

Winter Break

• Winter Recess: December 23, 2024 – January 1, 2025. Students and staff can look forward to a full holiday break as the year winds down and a new one begins.

Spring Break and Other Notable Holidays

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 20, 2025. Schools will be closed to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• President’s Day Weekend: February 14 (early dismissal) – February 17, 2025. Enjoy a long weekend!
• Eid Al-Fitr: March 31, 2025. Schools will close in observance of this important day.
• Spring Recess: April 14-18, 2025. As spring arrives, students will have a week-long break to recharge.

End of the School Year

• Memorial Day: May 26, 2025. Schools will be closed to honor those who served.
• Last Day of School: June 24, 2025. The school year wraps up with early dismissal on this final day.