Bill > S194

This bill allows Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to create a school calendar that aligns with the calendar of the local community college, even if that means deviating from the standard state requirements for school opening and closing dates. Currently, North Carolina law mandates that public schools open no earlier than the Monday closest to August 26 and close no later than the Friday closest to June 11, with some limited exceptions for good cause such as severe weather. The new provision specifically gives Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools the flexibility to adjust their calendar to match the community college's schedule, regardless of the typical state guidelines. The bill will take effect when signed into law and will apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year, ensuring that Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools can potentially coordinate their academic calendar with the local community college to potentially improve student transitions, shared resources, or other collaborative educational opportunities.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S194