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The McDonald County R-1 School District’s official calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year is now in effect as of July 1.

This year’s calendar includes 150 student days and continues the district’s four-day school week schedule. The first day of school for students is set for Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Other key dates include:

  • Parent/Teacher Conferences – October 20

  • Thanksgiving Break – November 26–28

  • Christmas Break – December 22– January 2

  • Spring Break – March 16–20

  • Last Day for Students – May 21, 2026

  • Last Day for Teachers – May 22, 2026

The calendar also outlines scheduled professional development days, holidays, and breaks, as well as the potential make-up days for inclement weather.