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New Kent board approves earlier school-year start; 2025–26 and 2026–27 calendars adopted
Summary
The board approved revised school calendars that move the 2025–26 start two weeks before Labor Day (Aug. 18) to align with fall athletics and regional programs; the measure passed in recorded roll calls after a motion to include both 2025–26 and 2026–27 calendars.
The New Kent County Public Schools board voted to approve revised school calendars that move the 2025–26 start date two weeks prior to Labor Day, putting the 2025–26 first day of school on Aug. 18. The board also considered and approved the 2026–27 calendar in the same action after an amendment to add that year for consideration.
"So that is the calendar that, the committee came up with that was recommended," Mr. Hockman told the board, explaining the committee’s work and the calendar details. He noted…
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