Winter Break to Last 2 Weeks Next School Year

Winter Break will last two full weeks next year, according to the Commack school calendar, which the district recently posted on its website.

According to the calendar, the break will last from Dec. 23 until Jan. 3.

In addition to the extended recess, Commack schools may see the latest start and end dates ever in order to accommodate for the state's new testing calendar.

The state commissioner of education recently changed the public schools’ testing calendar, which will require exams to take place in late June. Those changes will delay the start and end of the school year.

The first day of school for students will be Sept. 9, however teachers and staff will come in Sept. 4 for a conference day. The district is then closed for Rosh Hashana on Sept. 5 and 6. Classes will conclude on June 26, or possibly June 27, if an additional snow make-up day is needed.

Mid-Winter Recess will last from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21 and Spring Recess will take place April 14 through April 18.