The school day schedules for SY2025-26 have been set.
- The Elementary Schools will be in session from 7:55AM - 3:15PM
- The Middle School and High School will be in session from 7:50AM - 3:10PM
These changes support the approved 2025-26 academic calendar, which includes the following key updates:
- More instructional time: Each school day will be 20 minutes longer, while the total number of school days will be reduced by eight—a change approved by both teachers and the Board in February.
- A later start to the school year: The first day of school will be August 19, 2025, about three days later than usual.
- An earlier end to the school year: The last day of school will be May 15, 2025, the Friday following All Schools Day, about five days earlier than in previous years.
The Calendar Committee reviewed staff and family feedback and chose to adjust summer break dates, rather than removing days throughout the year, to create a more balanced schedule.
What’s Next?
As we prepare for this transition, building leadership teams will focus on how to make the most of this additional instructional time to support student learning and success. More details will be shared as planning continues.
The approved calendar is listed under About at www.mcpherson.com
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