12-02-2025
Richmond County School System seeks input on academic calendars, school climate
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The Richmond County School System (RCSS) is looking for feedback on proposed academic calendars for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years, in addition to input on school climate.
According to a press release from RCSS sent on Feb. 12, they would like input on the calendar options students, parents, guardians, and community members.
The two calendar choices are as follows:
Calendar Option A: The first day for elementary school is Aug. 5, while K-8, magnet, middle, and high schools begin on Aug. 6. This option includes one PowerUp Asynchronous Learning Day per semester, allowing students to complete assignments remotely.
Calendar Option B: All schools begin on Aug. 5, with four early release days throughout the year to provide additional opportunities for parent-teacher conferences.
The deadline to submit feedback on the calendars is March 4, 2025.
RCSS is also looking to receive school climate survey results on instruction, school environments and student support services. Parents and guardians can access the school climate survey through their child's school website.
According to RCSS, the survey results will be presented to the Board of Education in March before a final recommendation is made during that month's meeting.
'The academic calendar and school climate play a critical role in shaping the learning experience, and we want to ensure that every voice is heard,' said Marcus Allen, assistant superintendent of Support Services. 'We encourage parents, students and community members to share their perspectives so we can create a school environment that supports success for all.'
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