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Chicago Public Schools Calendar: Start Dates and Quarter System

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) operates on a modified year-round calendar with four quarters. The academic year typically begins in late August and ends in early June.

2024–2025 School Year (Projected / Typical Pattern)

Quarter	Start	End	Key Dates
1st Quarter	Mon, Aug 26, 2024	Fri, Nov 1, 2024	Labor Day (Sep 2) off. Parent-teacher conferences (Nov).
2nd Quarter	Mon, Nov 4, 2024	Fri, Jan 24, 2025	Thanksgiving Break (Nov 25–29). Winter Break (Dec 23–Jan 3). MLK Day (Jan 20) off.
3rd Quarter	Mon, Jan 27, 2025	Fri, Apr 4, 2025	Presidents' Day (Feb 17) off. Spring Break (Mar 24–28).
4th Quarter	Mon, Apr 7, 2025	Thu, Jun 12, 2025	Memorial Day (May 26) off. Last day ~Jun 12. Report cards.

Key Features

Quarter System: Report cards 4x/year. Shorter breaks than traditional semester.
Early Start: Late August (vs. post-Labor Day in many districts).
Professional Development Days: Several non-attendance days for staff training.
Summer Programs: Summer Bridge, credit recovery, enrichment (June–Aug).

Where to Find the Official Calendar

CPS Website: cps.edu/calendar — Download PDF (English/Spanish/Polish/Chinese/Arabic).
School-Specific: Individual schools may have minor variations (e.g., early dismissal days). Check your school's site.
Mobile App: CPS Mobile App (calendar sync).

Note: Dates above are projections based on recent patterns. The Board of Education usually approves the final calendar in spring. Always verify on the official CPS site.

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