The Monongalia County Schools calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year begins with the first day of school on August 18, 2025. Schools will be closed for Labor Day on September 1, 2025, and students will have a day off on October 13, 2025, for a Professional Development Day. The fall season includes Veterans Day on November 11, 2025, and Thanksgiving Break from November 24 to November 28, 2025.
| Date(s) | Event |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2025 | First Day of School for Students |
| September 1, 2025 | Labor Day – No School |
| October 13, 2025 | Professional Learning Day (No Students) |
| November 11, 2025 | Veterans Day – No School |
| November 24–28, 2025 | Thanksgiving Break |
| December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | Winter Break |
| January 6, 2026 | School Resumes After Winter Break |
| January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School |
| February 16, 2026 | Presidents’ Day – No School |
| March 23–27, 2026 | Spring Break |
| May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day – No School |
| June 4, 2026 | Last Day of School for Students |
| June 6, 2026 | Tentative High School Graduation |
The winter break runs from December 22, 2025, through January 2, 2026, giving students time to relax. In the second semester, schools will close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026, and Presidents’ Day on February 16, 2026. Another holiday includes Memorial Day on May 25, 2026. The school year ends with the last day of school on June 4, 2026, while graduation is tentatively scheduled for June 6, 2026.
Monongalia County Schools Calendar 2025–2026
The Monongalia County Schools is a public school system that is located in the Northern region of West Virginia and has a population of more than 15,000 pupils in diverse elementary, middle, and high schools. The District will promote academic and personal growth of students to become a lifelong learner in an environment where students and learning are prioritized.
At Monongalia County Schools, we are determined to ensure that the students have a safe and enjoyable learning experience where they are able to engage in new learning opportunities such as adoption of new advanced technology and various extracurricular activities. The teachers, the staff, and the families in the district make calculated risks and work together in order to challenge our students and prepare them to succeed in college, career, and community.
Monogolia County School Teacher Workdays Calendar 2025-26
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | Teacher Workday / Preparation |
| August 18, 2025 | Teacher Workday / Preparation |
| September 5, 2025 | Staff Development Day (No Students) |
| October 13, 2025 | Staff Development Day |
| November 26, 2025 | Staff Development Day |
| January 2, 2026 | Staff Development Day |
| February 16, 2026 | Staff Development Day |
| April 6, 2026 | Staff Development Day |
| June 5, 2026 | Teacher Workday / End of Year |
Monogolia County School Holiday 2025-26
| Date(s) | Holiday / No School |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 | Labor Day |
| November 11, 2025 | Veterans Day |
| November 24–28, 2025 | Thanksgiving Break |
| December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | Winter Recess / Holiday Break |
| January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| February 16, 2026 | Presidents’ Day |
| March 23–27, 2026 | Spring Break |
| May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
Official Website – boe.mono.k12.wv.us
FAQs
Q1. When does the 2025–2026 school year begin and end?
A. The August 18, 2025, date is the first date of school, and the Last date of school is June 4, 2026.
Q2. What are the principal school holidays and breaks?
A. Key holidays include:
- Labor Day – September 1, 2025
- Thanksgiving Break – November 24-28, 2025.
- Winter Break – 22 (December) 2025 to 2 (January) 2026.
- Monogolia County School Spring Break – March 23-27, 2026
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Memorial Day – May 25, 2026
Q3. Does it have teacher workdays/professional development days?
A. Yes. Notable dates include:
- The date of the Staff Development Day will be October 13, 2025 (No students)
- The other teacher-only days are August 15, February 16, and June 5.
Q4. At what time of the year is the standardized testing done?
A. In May 2026, state testing (in grades 3-11) is normally conducted in April and May, based on grade and subject.
Q5. When is graduation for high school seniors?
A. The high school seniors have the tentative date of June 6, 2026, to graduate, pending confirmation from the district.
