MCPS has released this school year’s calendar. Here are some key dates to know:August 25 is the first day of school for all gradesNo school on September 7 and September 21October 30 end of the first marking periodThanksgiving Week – Half days November 23, 24, and 25, no school November 26 or 27Winter Break starts December 23 a half day, December 24 to January 1January 22 end of the second marking periodSpring break March 26 to April 2April 9 end of the third marking periodLast day of school June 11 *The new school calendar is color coded, family friendly and in a more accessible format. Check out the MCPS page for more information. *subject to change