The 2023-24 calendar is now live! The calendar includes several adjustments, which are a direct response to your feedback.

We want to highlight the following key changes: 

• Semesters: We will be shifting to two semesters, each with two quarters. Moving to semesters better aligns us with our district and national partners. This allows for easier adoption of external resources, better-aligned assessment calendars and smoother transitions for students moving in and out of DSST. Keep an eye out for an updated Assessment Calendar from our assessment team later this spring.
• Full week of Thanksgiving and continued Fall Break: We heard loud and clear that the full week of Thanksgiving was needed to be able to rest and recharge as well as travel more flexibly to see family. The 23-24 calendar includes a full week of Thanksgiving vacation while keeping our four-day weekend for Fall Break.
• Later returning staff start: We were able to move our returning staff start date from Monday to Thursday, Aug. 3, giving you more time during summer to rest, spend time with family and prepare for the school year.

You can find additional FAQs linked here. Click here to read the full email announcement sent out Wednesday, Feb. 15.