School Hours

All schools operate on a staggered schedule to reduce the number of buses needed to transport students. Getting your children to school on time is important to a successful school year.

Visit the Attendance page to learn more about attendance guidelines.

General school hours

Be sure to check your school's website for information about tardy bells and to confirm other schedule information.

Prekindergarten schools

• 8:10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for Full-day Prekindergarten

• 8:05 a.m.-11:10 a.m. for Morning ECSE Prekindergarten

• 12:25 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for Afternoon ECSE Prekindergarten

Elementary schools

• 8:10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Middle schools

• 8:50 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.

High schools

• 7:30 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

• 7:15 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.  for Gilbreath-Reed Career & Technical Center

Early dismissal times

• Elementary schools - 1:25 p.m.
• Middle schools 2:05 p.m.
• High schools - 12:40 p.m.