The last day for the 2026-2027 school year for Montgomery County students is set, but it means some calendar adjustments need to be made in order to bank potential makeup days.
The school year must end by June 19, 2027, a date set by the Maryland State Board of Education after the district was approved earlier this year for new scheduling guidelines.
Changes being considered by the district for the next school year include:
- Starting the school year earlier in August
- Identifying religious holidays that can be used as inclement weather makeup days
- Shortening either the winter or spring break
Before the matter is decided, MCPS officials are asking for the community to submit their preference in a online survey…