Get ready for an exciting and transformative educational experience as FBISD unveils its comprehensive 2024-2025 academic calendar. This meticulously crafted schedule has been designed to empower students with the tools and opportunities they need to excel in their academic pursuits and personal growth. As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of education, the 2024-2025 calendar serves as a beacon of stability and innovation, guiding students, educators, and families alike toward a shared vision of success.
The calendar has been carefully structured to provide ample time for learning, exploration, and personal development. Key dates have been strategically placed to optimize student engagement and achievement. Moreover, the incorporation of innovative pedagogical approaches and cutting-edge technologies ensures that FBISD remains at the forefront of educational excellence. This calendar is not merely a roadmap for the academic year; it is an invitation to embark on a transformative journey of knowledge and personal growth together.
Throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, FBISD students will have access to a diverse range of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and support services. The calendar has been meticulously planned to accommodate a wide spectrum of student needs, interests, and learning styles. It provides a framework for collaboration between students, educators, and families, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. As we eagerly anticipate the commencement of the 2024-2025 academic year, let us embrace the opportunities and challenges that await us. Together, we will create an exceptional and unforgettable educational experience for all.
Key Dates for the Fort Bend ISD Academic Calendar 2024-2025
The Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) has released its academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The calendar includes important dates for students, parents, and staff, such as the first day of school, holidays, and breaks.
The 2024-2025 school year will begin on August 19, 2024, and end on May 29, 2025. The district will have a total of 180 days of instruction, as well as nine holidays and three breaks.
The following are some of the key dates for the 2024-2025 FBISD academic calendar:
First Day of School
- August 19, 2024
Holidays
- Labor Day: September 2, 2024
- Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29, 2024
- Winter Break: December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 20, 2025
- Memorial Day: May 26, 2025
Breaks
- Fall Break: October 14-18, 2024
- Spring Break: March 17-21, 2025
Last Day of School
- May 29, 2025
The FBISD academic calendar is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the district’s website at www.fortbendisd.com.
First Day of School
The first day of school for the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) 2024-2025 school year will be Monday, August 26, 2024.
Last Day of School
The last day of school for FBISD for the 2024-2025 school year will be Thursday, May 28, 2025.
| Start Date | End Date | |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | August 26, 2024 | January 16, 2025 |
| Second Semester | January 21, 2025 | May 28, 2025 |
Please note that these dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the FBISD website.
Winter Break
Winter break for FBISD students in 2024-2025 will begin on Monday, December 18, 2024, and end on Friday, January 5, 2025. Students will return to school on Monday, January 8, 2025.
Spring Break
Spring break for FBISD students in 2024-2025 will begin on Monday, March 10, 2025, and end on Friday, March 14, 2025. Students will return to school on Monday, March 17, 2025.
Other Important Breaks
In addition to winter break and spring break, FBISD students will also have several other breaks throughout the 2024-2025 school year. These breaks include:
| Break | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Break | October 14, 2024 | October 18, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25, 2024 | November 29, 2024 |
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Teacher Workdays and Holidays
In the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD), teachers have specific workdays and holidays throughout the academic year.
Teacher Workdays
FBISD teachers participate in workdays prior to the start of the school year.
- **August 9, 2023:** First Day for Teachers, 1st Day for 12-Month/218-day Contracts
- **August 10, 2023:** Second Day for Teachers
- **August 14-17, 2023:** Collaborative Planning
Holidays
FBISD teachers enjoy the following holidays throughout the academic year:
- **August 21, 2023:** Professional Development Day
- **September 4, 2023:** Labor Day
- **October 12-13, 2023:** Fall Break
- **November 22-24, 2023:** Thanksgiving Break
- **December 18-29, 2023:** Winter Break
- **January 1, 2024:** New Year’s Day
- **January 15-19, 2024:** Semester 1 Teacher Grading and Reporting Days
- **January 22, 2024:** Start of 2nd Semester
- **March 12-15, 2024:** Spring Break
- **April 5, 2024:** Good Friday
- **May 13-17, 2024:** Semester 2 Teacher Grading and Reporting Days
- **May 27, 2024:** Memorial Day
- **June 3, 2024:** Last Day for Full-Time Students
- **June 6, 2024:** Last Day for Teachers
Early Release Days
FBISD teachers have early release days on the following dates:
- **October 6, 2023:** Professional Learning Day
- **November 10, 2023:** Professional Learning Day
- **January 26, 2024:** Professional Learning Day
- **February 23, 2024:** Professional Learning Day
- **March 30, 2024:** Professional Learning Day
- **April 27, 2024:** Professional Learning Day
Professional Development Days
In addition to early release days, FBISD teachers also have professional development days throughout the year. These days are dedicated to professional growth and training.
| Date | |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2023 | Professional Development Day |
| October 6, 2023 | Professional Learning Day |
| November 10, 2023 | Professional Learning Day |
| January 26, 2024 | Professional Learning Day |
| February 23, 2024 | Professional Learning Day |
| March 30, 2024 | Professional Learning Day |
| April 27, 2024 | Professional Learning Day |
Early Release Days
Fort Bend ISD (FBISD) will have several early release days during the 2024-2025 school year. On these days, students will be dismissed from school at 11:45 AM. Early release days are typically scheduled for teacher planning and development, parent-teacher conferences, and other school-related events.
Make-up Days
FBISD may have to make up days if there are any school closures due to inclement weather or other emergencies. Make-up days are typically added to the end of the school year. The district will notify parents and students of any make-up days as soon as possible.
Table of Early Release Days
| Date | Reason |
|---|---|
| August 29, 2024 | Teacher Planning |
| September 26, 2024 | Parent-Teacher Conferences |
| October 24, 2024 | Teacher Planning |
| November 21, 2024 | Parent-Teacher Conferences |
| January 23, 2025 | Teacher Planning |
| February 27, 2025 | Parent-Teacher Conferences |
Important Deadlines and Events
School Year Start – August 15, 2024
All FBISD schools will open for the 2024-2025 school year on August 15, 2024.
Labor Day Holiday – September 2, 2024
No school will be held on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day.
Fall Break – October 14-18, 2024
All FBISD schools will be closed for fall break from Monday, October 14th, to Friday, October 18th, 2024.
Thanksgiving Break – November 25-29, 2024
All FBISD schools will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, November 25th, to Friday, November 29th, 2024.
Winter Break – December 23, 2024 – January 6, 2025
All FBISD schools will be closed for winter break from Monday, December 23rd, 2024, to Monday, January 6th, 2025.
Spring Break – March 17-21, 2025
All FBISD schools will be closed for spring break from Monday, March 17th, to Friday, March 21st, 2025.
Alignment with Other School Districts
FBISD’s 2024-2025 school calendar has been designed to align closely with the school calendars of neighboring school districts, creating a seamless transition for students, families, and staff members who may reside in multiple districts or participate in extracurricular activities that involve neighboring schools.
Benefits of Alignment
This alignment provides several advantages:
- Consistent scheduling: Students and families can plan their schedules more effectively, knowing the start and end dates align with their neighbors.
- Reduced disruption: Extracurricular activities and events can be coordinated without the need for rescheduling due to differing school calendars.
- Equity of opportunities: Students have equal access to educational and extracurricular opportunities, regardless of district boundaries.
Key Features of Alignment
The FBISD 2024-2025 school calendar aligns with neighboring school districts in the following key aspects:
- Start and end dates
- Holidays and breaks
- Early release days
- Teacher workdays
Specific Details
The table below provides a more detailed breakdown of the alignment with neighboring school districts:
| Feature | FBISD | Neighboring District 1 | Neighboring District 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start date | August 14, 2024 | August 15, 2024 | August 16, 2024 |
| End date | May 29, 2025 | May 28, 2025 | May 27, 2025 |
| Holiday breaks | Winter break: December 19, 2024 – January 2, 2025; Spring break: March 17-21, 2025 | Winter break: December 20, 2024 – January 3, 2025; Spring break: March 18-22, 2025 | Winter break: December 21, 2024 – January 4, 2025; Spring break: March 19-23, 2025 |
| Early release days | Last Wednesday of each month | Last Friday of each month | Last Tuesday of each month |
| Teacher workdays | August 11-13, 2024; January 2, 2025; May 26, 2025 | August 12-14, 2024; January 3, 2025; May 27, 2025 | August 13-15, 2024; January 4, 2025; May 28, 2025 |
Impact on Students and Families
FBISD’s 2024-2025 calendar introduces several changes that may impact students and families.
Changes in Start and End Dates
The new calendar adjusts the start and end dates of the school year. The first day of school will be August 20, 2024, and the last day will be May 29, 2025.
School Breaks
The revised calendar includes the following school breaks:
- Labor Day Weekend: September 2-3, 2024
- Winter Break: December 23, 2024-January 5, 2025
- Spring Break: March 10-14, 2025
Professional Development Days
Professional development days for teachers will be held on August 19, 2024, January 6, 2025, and May 30, 2025.
Early Release Days
Students will be dismissed early on Wednesdays throughout the school year to provide teachers with additional planning time.
Flexible Instruction Days
The new calendar includes two flexible instruction days that can be used for teacher workdays or student enrichment activities. These days will be November 7, 2024, and April 3, 2025.
Holidays
The following federal holidays will be observed as school holidays:
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Independence Day | July 4, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving | November 28, 2024 |
| Christmas | December 25, 2024 |
| Memorial Day | May 26, 2025 |
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2025 |
Revised Calendar for Inclement Weather
FBISD’s 2024-2025 school calendar has been revised to include two additional days for inclement weather. These days were added to provide flexibility in case of school closures due to weather-related events. In addition, the district has designated two make-up days for inclement weather that fall on March 27th and May 29th, 2025. The revised calendar is as follows:
August 14, 2024 – First day of school
May 29, 2025 – Last day of school
March 27th and May 29th, 2025 – Make-up days for inclement weather
Revised Calendar with Inclement Weather Days
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| August 14, 2024 | First day of school |
| February 17, 2025 | Inclement weather day (if needed) |
| February 24, 2025 | Inclement weather day (if needed) |
| March 27, 2025 | Make-up day for inclement weather |
| May 29, 2025 | Last day of school |
Future Planning Considerations
1. Student Population Growth
FBISD has experienced steady student population growth in recent years, and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years. The district needs to plan for additional facilities and resources to accommodate this growth.
2. Changing Demographics
The demographics of FBISD are changing, with an increasing number of students from diverse backgrounds. The district needs to ensure that its curriculum and instruction are inclusive and meet the needs of all students.
3. Technology Integration
Technology is rapidly changing the way that students learn and interact with the world. FBISD needs to invest in technology infrastructure and training to ensure that all students have access to the latest resources.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
FBISD needs to continue to engage with parents, community members, and businesses to get input and support for its planning efforts.
5. Fiscal Responsibility
FBISD needs to ensure that its financial planning is sound and that it is using its resources wisely.
6. Long-Term Vision
FBISD needs to develop a long-term vision for the future of the district. This vision should include goals for student achievement, facility improvements, and community engagement.
7. Collaboration with Other Entities
FBISD needs to collaborate with other entities, such as local colleges and universities, to provide students with opportunities for advanced learning.
8. Professional Development
FBISD needs to provide ongoing professional development opportunities for its teachers and staff to ensure that they are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
9. Safety and Security
FBISD needs to ensure that its schools are safe and secure for all students and staff.
10. Community Involvement
FBISD needs to continue to foster a strong partnership with the community. This partnership is essential for the success of the district and its students. FBISD is committed to working with the community to create a bright future for all.
| Year | First Day of School | Last Day of School |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | TBD | TBD |
| Year | First Day of School | Last Day of School |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | August 14, 2023 | May 23, 2024 |
| Year | First Day of School | Last Day of School |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | August 15, 2022 | May 25, 2023 |
FBISD 2024-2025 Calendar
The Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) has released its academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The calendar includes the start and end dates for each semester, as well as important dates such as holidays, breaks, and teacher workdays.
The first day of school for students will be Monday, August 19, 2024. The last day of school will be Friday, May 29, 2025. The fall semester will end on Friday, December 20, 2024, and the spring semester will begin on Monday, January 6, 2025.
FBISD will observe all major holidays during the 2024-2025 school year, including Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Memorial Day. There will also be several breaks throughout the year, including a fall break from October 14-18, 2024, and a spring break from March 10-14, 2025.
