Bill > H191

This bill provides increased flexibility for Durham County and Person County school districts in setting their academic calendars and administering assessments. Specifically, the bill changes the earliest possible start date for the school year from the Monday closest to August 26 to August 10, removing previous restrictions and language about "good cause" waivers for earlier start dates. Additionally, the bill allows local school boards to administer annual student achievement assessments prior to the end of the fall semester if their calendar concludes before December 31, which provides more scheduling options for schools with modified academic calendars. The provisions are specifically limited to Durham and Person County schools and will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year. The bill aims to give local school districts more autonomy in designing their academic calendars while maintaining requirements for instructional days and assessment timing.

Education

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H191