Rockville, MD – The Montgomery County Board of Education approved the traditional and innovative school year calendars for the 2025-2026 school year at today’s meeting.

Key Highlights

• Student Transition Day Introduced: Scheduled for Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, this new non-instructional full day is designed to support students transitioning to new school levels or schools by fostering a sense of belonging and preparedness. It is for students in Grades K, 6, and 9, Grade 3 students at the Grades 3-5 elementary schools, and students new to a school or MCPS.
• Traditional Calendar Overview:
  • First day of school: Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025.
  • Last day of school: Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
  • Includes 181 instructional days, with six contingency days built in.
  • Key holidays and breaks align with state requirements, including Labor Day, Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks, and other observances.
• Innovative Calendar for Arcola Elementary:
  • Features 206 instructional days, beginning July 8, 2025, with an extended break in August.
  • Aligns with the traditional calendar for holidays and closures, while incorporating additional instructional days and unique scheduling features.

Community Engagement

The calendar development process emphasized inclusivity and transparency, incorporating public surveys, focus groups and feedback from diverse stakeholder groups. This effort aligns with Board priorities to promote academic achievement and create safe, welcoming learning environments.

You can see the specific calendars here.

2025-2026 Traditional and Innovative School Year Calendars.pdf