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Introduced
03/04/2025
03/04/2025
In Committee
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT TO PROVIDE FLEXIBILITY TO FRANKLIN COUNTY SCHOOLS IN ADOPTING THE SCHOOL CALENDAR.
AI Summary
This bill provides flexibility specifically to Franklin County Schools in setting their school calendar by removing existing statewide restrictions on school opening and closing dates. Previously, North Carolina law required public schools to start no earlier than the Monday closest to August 26 and end no later than the Friday closest to June 11, with limited exceptions for good cause such as severe weather or emergency situations. The bill eliminates these fixed calendar requirements for Franklin County Schools, allowing the local board of education to determine their own opening and closing dates without needing to seek a waiver from the State Board of Education. The changes will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, giving the Franklin County school district more autonomy in scheduling the academic year to best meet local needs. By targeting only Franklin County, the bill represents a narrow, localized approach to providing schools with greater calendar flexibility.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (11)
Matthew Winslow (R)*,
Mary Belk (D),
Gloristine Brown (D),
Deb Butler (D),
Becky Carney (D),
Sarah Crawford (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Zack Hawkins (D),
Frances Jackson (D),
Rodney Pierce (D),
Dennis Riddell (R),
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Education - K-12, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 03/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H287 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H287v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H287v0.pdf |
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