The DC Public School System has just released its academic calendar for the academic year 2024 to 2025. This calendar contains important dates for students, teachers, and parents, including holidays, professional development days, and the last day of school. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the calendar and answer some frequently asked questions about it.
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Introduction
The DC Public School System has just released its academic calendar for the academic year 2024 to 2025. This calendar contains important dates for students, teachers, and parents, including holidays, professional development days, and the last day of school. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the calendar and answer some frequently asked questions about it.
Important Dates
The first day of school for students in the DCPS system for the 2024-2025 academic year will be August 26, 2024. The last day of school will be June 13, 2025. There will be several holidays throughout the year, including Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Memorial Day. Winter break will be from December 23, 2024, to January 6, 2025, and spring break will take place from March 17 to March 21, 2025.
Professional Development Days
DCPS has included several professional development days for teachers and staff throughout the academic year. These days will provide opportunities for educators to collaborate, learn new teaching strategies, and engage in professional growth. The professional development days for the 2024-2025 academic year will take place on September 30, 2024, October 11, 2024, November 1, 2024, January 24, 2025, and April 4, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will report cards be distributed?
Report cards will be distributed on November 15, 2024, February 14, 2025, and June 20, 2025.
What is the attendance policy?
DCPS has a strict attendance policy that requires students to attend school every day. Students who are absent for more than five days will need to provide a doctor's note or other documentation to excuse their absence. Parents and guardians will be notified if their child has missed too many days of school.
When will standardized tests be administered?
The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) test will be administered to students in grades 3-8 in April 2025. High school students will take the SAT or ACT in the spring of 2025.
What is the grading scale?
The grading scale for DCPS is as follows: A (90-100%), B (80-89%), C (70-79%), D (60-69%), and F (below 60%).
Conclusion
The DCPS 2024 to 2025 calendar is an essential tool for students, parents, and teachers to plan their academic year effectively. It contains important dates, holidays, professional development days, and other significant events. By understanding the calendar, students and parents can ensure that they don't miss any important dates, and teachers can plan their lessons and professional development accordingly.
