Back To School: Douglas County 2021-22 School Calendar

DOUGLAS COUNTY, GA — Back-to-school planning has already begun in our area, with calendars available to help parents prepare for the first day in Paulding County.

The first day of school for most students in Douglas County is next Wednesday, Aug. 4.

Heading into the upcoming school year, some dates are subject to change as the coronavirus pandemic nears its year-and-a-half point. A mix of in-person, virtual and hybrid learning is still possible in Douglas County.

As of July 23, masks are recommended but not required in all Douglas County School System schools and buildings. However, masks must be worn by passengers and drivers on DCSS school buses, in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation guidelines. Vaccinations against COVID-19 are not required.

Here is the list of dates to know for this school year:

Douglas County Schools

• First Day: Aug. 4
• School Holiday (Labor Day): Sept. 6
• Fall Break (except 240): Oct. 11-12
• Teacher Work Day (no classes): Nov. 2
• Thanksgiving Break (except 230, 240): Nov. 22-23
• Thanksgiving Break for all: Nov. 24-26
• Winter Break (except 240): Dec. 20-21
• Winter Break for all: Dec. 22-Jan. 3
• Teacher Work Day (no classes): Jan. 4
• Holiday (MLK Day): Jan. 17
• Winter Break (except 240): Feb. 14-18
• Teacher Work Day (no classes): March 14
• Spring Break: April 4-8
• Half Days: May 24-25
• Graduations: May 26-27
• Holiday: May 30
• Professional Learning (no classes): May 31-June 1
• Last Day (205): June 8
• Last Day (210): June 15
• Last Day (215): June 22