Year by year, school has its own beat. That The Village School beat, we find, is found on the calendar. It’s not a date. It’s moments, milestones, and memories. It tells us when the first hello comes, when the long breaks approach, and when we celebrate with victories.
Village School’s calendar is half work and play, half tradition and innovation, half structure and magic. And half also balanced between students, teachers, and families. We will walk you through the 2024–2025 school year. Here’s month by month, holidays, events, and the details. That makes our community so unique.
A Year at a Glance
These are the Village School calendar highlights of interest before we dive into the nitty-gritties:
- First Day of School: Early August
- Thanksgiving Break: Late November
- Winter Break: Mid-December to early January
- Spring Break: Mid-March
- Last Day of School: Late May
- Graduation Ceremonies: End of May
And now on to what every season is all about in a little more detail.
The First Day of School: A New Beginning
The first day of Village School is the front page of an open book. There is excitement and a slight flip in the chest.
- New books, new new uniforms, and wide eyes greet new students.
- They are greeted by big smiles and carefully prepared classrooms from teachers.
- Younger students are eased into routines, and older students return to friends and dive into routines.
- Parents, waiting in line by the gate or at the car, are nostalgic and proud.
There is a family orientation session at school early in the first week. Parents meet teachers, are informed about things coming on the agenda over the weeks ahead, and are taught to listen for news by reading newsletters, portals, and apps. It sets the tone: this is a partnership.
Quarter System: Progress Along the Way
Village School employs a quarterly school calendar.
- Mid-quarter Progress Reports are sent by mail.
- Report Cards are sent at term’s end.
Regular progress reports keep parents informed. And give students immediate feedback. Teachers invite families to sit down, review reports together. Also set little goals, and celebrate little victories along the way.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Two concentrated sessions per year allow time for teachers and families to sit, think, and plan.
Conferences are not statistics on paper. Conferences are about the whole child—their potential, their struggles, their friends, and their promise. Parents share with us what they observe at home, and teachers share with us what they observe in the classroom. Both teams collaborate to create support plans.
Major Holidays and School Breaks
Fall Holidays
- Labor Day (September)
- Veterans Day (November)
- Thanksgiving Break (late November, usually a week)
Winter Holidays
- Christmas and New Year’s (Winter Break mid-December to early January)
Spring Holidays
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January)
- Presidents’ Day (February)
- Spring Break (March, entire week of R&R and travel)
- Good Friday and Easter holidays
Summer Start
- Memorial Day signals the end of the school year in May.
All holidays are not off days—families must have a day where they can remain together, go somewhere, or just think. New breaks, freshly sanitized classrooms, teachers adore.
Teacher Workdays and Early Dismissals
Dedicated to their teachers, The Village School is adding workdays to the calendar to plan and prepare.
- Students do not come to school on these days. Teachers create lesson plans, grading, or staff development.
- Early release days give us abbreviated days with students released early to allow staff to conference. Parents are well-advanced notice given.
They are not an extra calendar day but yield a collosal dividend in terms of instruction quality.
Seasonal Highlights
Fall at The Village School
Fall is crisp weather time and new spirit. Back-to-School Night is held on school property where parents get a chance to meet teachers. Students are working on their first projects. Spirit weeks, pep rallies, and fall festivals foster feelings of belonging.
Halloween is also a success with parades in costume for lower school and theme dances for upper school. Thanksgiving celebrations generally consist of food drives, gratitude journals, and class feasts.
Winter at The Village School
December is bright and merry with holiday activity: winter concert performances, play productions, and Christmas festivities. Students perform on the stage, and families pack the auditorium with applause.
January, following Winter Break, is a school month. Tests, new classes, and reflection exercises bring discipline into the term. Martin Luther King Jr. Day spurs lessons in service and justice.
Spring at The Village School
Spring is time to hustle. Sports tournaments, fieldtrips by classes, and school games are the jewels of the season. Literacy Week and STEM Fair, our yearlings, are the cherry on top, spurring imagination and creativity.
Spring Break is vacation week or family vacations for one week. On return, the children are refreshed with the prod one requires for the final dash.
By May, there is anticipation. Field Day falls on the campus with relays, games, and warm smiles. Seniors prepare for cheers and tears graduation exercises. Younger students reflect on how much they have grown up and anticipate summer fun.
Student Life: Clubs and Activities
Clubs
- A forum for leaders is offered by Student Council.
- Robotics and Coding Club hones problem-solving.
- Music, Art, and Drama instill creativity.
- Service Clubs instruct service values.
Sports
Games and practices fill the school athletics calendar. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, track, and swimming instruct school pride and school spirit. Parents fill the stands with congratulations for the victory and what was learned from the loss.
Annual Traditions
- International Day is celebrated in dress, music, and foods expressive of cultural diversity.
- Talent Shows offer students a chance to discover latent talent.
- Red Ribbon Week encourages good choices.
- Graduation Week is an event with dinners, family, and celebrations.
Learning Technology
The Village School embraces technology as a positive and responsible resource. Students do class work on Chromebooks, smartboards, and on-line applications. Teachers teach healthy digital citizenship, which involves:
- On-line safety
- Successful communication
- Conducting research
- Security in protecting digital identities
Technology is not intended to substitute learning—a supplement only.
Emergencies and Make-Up Days
The school also employs approved emergency safety procedures. Parents are called, texted, emailed, and alerted on the web.
Make-up days are planned into the school year calendar during school closures due to weather or other circumstances which need to take place. Parents are requested to be aware of these back-up dates.
Parents as Partners
Parents at The Village School are not silent observers. They are partners.
- They belong to some of them as members of Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
- Others. They chaperone trips, staff functions, or work with fundraising.
- Parents also work on advisory committees that guide policy.
Communication is high: newsletters, apps, portals, and social media inform parents. Parents are aware of what’s happening and how they can help.
Policies and Expectations
The Village School calendar is not just marking time, but priorities.
- Attendance: You must attend and be on time to school so that you can learn as much as possible.
- Dress Code: Plain, respectful attire allows you to focus.
- Behavior: Responsibility, respect, and kindness are the values of behavior.
Positive Behavior programs remind and reinforce students to live those values.
FAQ: Families’ Most Frequently Asked Questions
When does the year begin and conclude?
The first day in early August, and the final day in late May.
Where can I find the complete calendar?
The school calendar can be found on the school website and parent portal.
How am I alerted when there are closures?
They call, email, and text message families. Closures are also posted on the website and social media.
Do they provide after-school programs?
Yes. The Village School has a variety of clubs, sports, and enrichment programs.
So that the teachers can prepare, train, and collaborate so that classrooms can operate more effectively.
How can I get involved as a parent?
Join the PTA, volunteer, attend workshops, and communicate with teachers.
What if too many days are missed?
The calendar includes make-up contingency days to allow necessary instructional time.
The carefully crafted Village School calendar is not a planner—a promise. A promise of learning, of community, of growth. From the anxious opening day in August to the May celebration, each day matters.
It tracks students’ progress. It manages teachers’ planning. It provides structure and stability to families. Together, it is the rhythm of a year shared in community.
So print it out and tape it to your wall, pin it to your fridge, and keep it handy on your phone. The calendar is your guide for 2024–2025, helping you navigate a year of learning, laughs, and memories to treasure at The Village School.