HOUSTON – School board officials with Houston Independent School District approved the 2024-2025 school calendar during a meeting Thursday evening.
The new approved calendar increases the number of school days from 172 to 180 -- an additional two weeks.
The board voted unanimously to approve the academic calendar.
The district said research indicated that students benefit from more time in school.
“We know that the school calendar impacts the lives of many families so I am glad that HISD implemented a process this year that allowed for significant input from the community,” said HISD Board President Audrey Momanaee. “We want to thank those who shared their thoughts and comments with us as they were instrumental in the process. This approved calendar reflects the District’s effort to ensure students have the learning time they need while balancing the needs of our diverse community.”
The first day of school for HISD is scheduled for August 12, 2024, with the last day being June 4, 2025.
To see the full calendar and for more information, click here.