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Jemez Valley staff present 2026–27 academic calendar: Aug. 3 start, 155 days, no virtual days
Summary
The calendar committee presented a proposed 155-day academic calendar starting August 3 with in-person days and no planned virtual days; staff discussed graduation scheduling and weather contingency planning but the transcript does not record a formal approval vote.
District staff presented the proposed 2026–27 academic calendar and described its key features to the board.
A district staff member said the calendar committee, facilitated by Janice, reviewed the district’s needs and planned for required instructional days and graduation requirements. Staff said the proposal preserves 155 instructional days, schedules the school year from August to May with classes beginning August 3 (the day after the hemisphere), and currently contains no planned virtual days. Staff noted the calendar anticipates potential weather closures and discussed whether to formally set a graduation date or allow each class to decide.
Board members asked procedural questions about graduation scheduling and staff said they would consult with high schools and present a more consistent option later. The transcript records the presentation and discussion but does not include a separate recorded motion or vote to adopt the calendar during the meeting.
Why it matters: The calendar determines school start and end dates, the number of instructional days and graduation timing, which affects families, staff and operational planning.
Next steps: Staff will follow up with high schools about graduation dates and return with a recommendation; the transcript does not show a formal calendar adoption vote.
