Volusia County Schools, located in Florida, serves a diverse community of students by providing high-quality education across its various elementary, middle, and high schools. The school district has released the official calendar for the 2024-2025 academic year, listing key dates for school openings, holidays, professional development days, and other important events. This article outlines each significant date to help students, parents, and teachers plan for the upcoming school year.

August 2024

• August 5: Preplanning Begins – Teachers Report
  Teachers begin their preparation for the new school year with planning and administrative tasks.

• August 6: Professional Development Day
  A day dedicated to training and development for teachers, ensuring they are equipped to meet the needs of their students.

• August 12: First Day of School for Students
  The official first day of school marks the beginning of the academic year as students return to their classrooms.

• August 14, 21, 28: Early Release Days
  Students are dismissed one hour early on these dates, allowing teachers extra time for planning and collaboration.

September 2024

• September 2: Labor Day Holiday
  Schools are closed in observance of Labor Day, a national holiday celebrating the contributions of American workers.

• September 4, 11, 18, 25: Early Release Days
  Additional early release days continue throughout September to support ongoing teacher planning.

October 2024

• October 2, 16, 23, 30: Early Release Days
  Students are dismissed early each Wednesday in October to give teachers dedicated time for professional development.

• October 14: Teacher Duty Day/Student Holiday
  A non-instructional day for students, while teachers focus on administrative duties and planning.

November 2024

• November 6, 13, 20: Early Release Days
  Early release days throughout November provide teachers with time for lesson planning and professional development.

• November 11: Veterans Day Holiday
  Schools are closed in honor of Veterans Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the service of U.S. military veterans.

• November 25: Thanksgiving Holiday Begins
  The Thanksgiving break begins, providing students and staff with time off to celebrate the holiday with family.

December 2024

• December 2: Classes Resume
  After the Thanksgiving holiday, students return to school to continue the academic term.

• December 4, 11: Early Release Days
  Early release days in December allow teachers to finalize plans for the end of the semester.

• December 20: Early Release Day
  A Friday early release day, now set as a regular school day to make up for lost instructional time.

• December 23: Winter Holiday Begins
  Winter break starts, giving students and teachers time off to enjoy the holiday season.

January 2025

• January 6: Teacher Duty Day/Student Holiday
  A teacher workday with no school for students, allowing teachers to prepare for the second half of the school year.

• January 7: Classes Resume
  Students and staff return to school after the winter holiday.

• January 8, 15, 22, 29: Early Release Days
  Weekly early release days in January continue to provide valuable planning time for teachers.

• January 20: Martin Luther King’s Birthday Holiday
  Schools are closed in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s contributions to civil rights and equality.

February 2025

• February 12, 19, 26: Early Release Days
  Early release days throughout February help teachers continue curriculum planning.

• February 17: President’s Day Holiday
  Schools close for Presidents’ Day, celebrating the leadership and contributions of past U.S. presidents.

March 2025

• March 5, 12, 26: Early Release Days
  Students are dismissed early, allowing teachers time for preparation and curriculum adjustments.

• March 14: Teacher Duty Day/Student Holiday
  A teacher workday with no classes for students, providing staff with a day for professional tasks.

• March 17: Spring Holiday Begins
  Spring break starts, offering students and teachers a well-deserved break before finishing the school year.

• March 24: Classes Resume
  The academic term resumes after spring break.

April 2025

• April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Early Release Days
  Weekly early release days in April support ongoing professional development for educators.

May 2025

• May 7, 14, 21, 28: Early Release Days
  Early release days in May allow for final adjustments and preparations as the school year concludes.

• May 26: Memorial Day Holiday
  Schools are closed to honor Memorial Day, remembering those who have served in the military.

• May 28: Last Day of School for Students
  The last official day of the school year for students, marking the conclusion of the academic year.

• May 30: Last Day of School for Teachers
  Teachers finish their duties for the year with administrative and classroom closure tasks.