With the sweltering heat of summer upon us, Central Florida students and parents need to begin to prepare for the upcoming school year. Starting with the schedules: most districts in the area are planning to ring in the new academic year on August 12, though Sumter County students will get a couple of extra days of vacation with a start date of August 14. According to WESH, Brevard County and Volusia County schools are slated to wrap up classes by May 28, 2025, while Flagler and Lake Counties have set their students' last day as May 29. Osceola extends a tad further, concluding on May 30, and Sumter County stretches the longest, finishing on June 3.
Each district has carved out time for holidays, including Labor Day on September 2, Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, and Memorial Day on May 26. Not to be forgotten, the inevitable Florida severe weather may necessitate make-up days, which each district has thought to prudently incorporate into their calendars. For those interested, a printable calendar with all scheduled breaks and important dates can typically be found on each district's Facebook page or respective websites, as detailed by Spectrum News.
In tandem with these preparations, the State of Florida is running a back-to-school Sales Tax Holiday from July 29 to August 11. Items that will be tax-exempt include clothing, certain school supplies, and personal computers and accessories - with cost limitations per item. This can significantly aid families in preparing for the school term without the additional burden of sales tax. For the full list of what items are exempt, families can refer to the detailed guide provided by WFTV.
