Kirkwood School District Calendar 25-26: The Academic Calendar of the Kirkwood School District starts on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and ends on Thursday, May 21, 2026, with summer break lasting until the middle of August 2026. Besides the summer, the district has Fall Break between October 17 and October 21, 2025, Thanksgiving Break between November 26 and November 28, 2025, Winter Break on December 22, 2025, to January 1, 2026, Mid-Winter Break on February 13 and February 16, 2026, and the Spring Break between March 16 and March 20, 2026. The calendar includes regular staff development and professional development days throughout the year, early-release days, and no-school days for record-keeping and teacher planning.
2025-2026 School Calendar
Kirkwood School District 2025-2026 School Calendar
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Kirkwood School District Calendar 2025-2026
| 📅 Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| First Day of School | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 |
| Fall Break | Friday, October 17 – Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break | Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28, 2025 |
| Winter Break | Monday, December 22, 2025 – Friday, January 1, 2026 |
| Mid-Winter Break (Presidents’) | Friday, February 13 – Monday, February 16, 2026 |
| Spring Break | Monday, March 16 – Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| Last Day of School (Early Release) | Thursday, May 21, 2026 |
| Summer Break Begins | Friday, May 22, 2026 through August 2026 |
Kirkwood School District is a well-established public school district in Kirkwood, Missouri. It enrolls students at the early childhood stage, as well as at high school. The district has various elementary schools, two middle schools, one high school, and an early childhood center. Kirkwood has an excellent reputation for being academic, thus outperforming state averages in areas of reading and math proficiency. The district has a graduation rate of approximately 98 percent because it values education, community engagement, and a rich academic history that can be traced back to the establishment of the school district in 1865.
2025-26 Academic Calendar – Kirkwood School District During the 2025-2026 school year, Kirkwood is still aimed at individualized teaching, creative teaching methods, and welcoming classrooms. The district has ensured that there will be a low student-to-teacher ratio, and hence, one will have individual attention and support. It also provides varying choices of programs that include gifted education and advanced placement courses, as well as alternative learning that caters to the various needs of the students. Kirkwood embraces the promotion of equity, emotional well-being, and lifelong learning for all students.
Kirkwood School District Holidays 2025-2026
| 📅 Holiday / Break | Dates |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | Monday, September 1, 2025 |
| Fall Break | Friday, October 17 – Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break | Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28, 2025 |
| Winter Break | Monday, December 22, 2025 – Friday, January 1, 2026 |
| Mid‑Winter Break | Friday, February 13 – Monday, February 16, 2026 |
| Spring Break | Monday, March 16 – Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
| Juneteenth | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
Kirkwood School District 2025-2026 Teacher Workdays Calendar
| Date | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 4–8, 2025 | New Teacher Orientation | For new staff onboarding |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Teacher Work Day | All teachers report |
| Aug 12, 2025 | District Workshop (Opening Day) | District-level training for staff |
| Aug 13–15, 2025 | Staff Development Days | No students in school |
| Aug 18, 2025 | Teacher Work Day | Final prep before students begin |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Teacher Work Day | Following end of first quarter |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Staff Development Day | After Records Day |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Staff Development Day | Fall term professional learning |
| Jan 2, 2026 | Staff Development Day | Post‑holiday training |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Staff Development Day | Mid‑winter PD day |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Staff Development Day | Before spring mid‑term workdays |
| Apr 17, 2026 | Teacher Work Day | Around spring recess |
| May 22, 2026 | Teacher Work Day | After last day of student attendance |
Notes:
- August 4–8, 2025 – New Teacher Orientation (only for newly hired staff)
- August 12–15, 2025 – Staff Development Days (training sessions for all teachers)
- The first student day is August 19, 2025
- The last student day is May 21, 2026 (early dismissal)
Kirkwood School District 2025–2026 Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule by School Level
| School Level | Arrival Time | Instruction Begins | Dismissal Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Schools (e.g. Keysor, Robinson, Tillman, North Glendale) | 8:25 AM | 8:40 AM | 3:40 PM | Supervision starts at 8:25 AM |
| Middle Schools (e.g. Nipher, North Kirkwood)* | ~7:45 AM | ~8:00 AM | ~3:00 PM | Based on Nipher’s 2024–25 schedule |
| High School (Kirkwood High School) | 7:30 AM | 7:45 AM (Contact Period) | 2:49 PM | Modified block schedule Mon–Fri |
Kirkwood High School Detailed Bell Schedule
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Period/Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Tue, Fri | 7:30 AM | 7:40 AM | Contact |
| 7:45 AM | 8:35 AM | 1st Hour | |
| 8:42 AM | 9:36 AM | 2nd Hour (Announcements) | |
| 9:42 AM | 10:32 AM | 3rd Hour | |
| 10:38 AM | 11:28 AM | 4th Hour | |
| 11:28 AM | 12:01 PM | Lunch A / 5th Follows | |
| 12:07 PM | 12:57 PM | 5th Hour (if Lunch A) | |
| 11:34 AM | 12:24 PM | 5th Hour (if Lunch B) | |
| 12:24 PM | 12:57 PM | Lunch B / 5th Precedes | |
| 1:03 PM | 1:53 PM | 6th Hour | |
| 1:59 PM | 2:49 PM | 7th Hour | |
| Wed & Thu | Varies | Varies | Block Periods & Homeroom |
Notes:
- Middle School Days (approx. 8:00-3:00), individual schools’ days and/or times may vary slightly.
- The high school operates on a block schedule with extended periods on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
- Elementary: There are common schedules between all elementary schools.
- Lunch and recess periods vary from grade to grade and even from building to building.
Kirkwood School District 2025–2026 High School Period Schedule
Monday, Tuesday & Friday (7-Period Schedule)
| Period/Event | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contact | 7:30 – 7:40 AM | Morning check-in |
| 1st Hour | 7:45 – 8:35 AM | Regular class |
| 2nd Hour | 8:42 – 9:36 AM | Includes daily announcements |
| 3rd Hour | 9:42 – 10:32 AM | Regular class |
| 4th Hour | 10:38 – 11:28 AM | Regular class |
| 5th Hour + Lunch | See lunch options below | Lunch and 5th hour times vary by building |
| 6th Hour | 1:03 – 1:53 PM | Regular class |
| 7th Hour | 1:59 – 2:49 PM | Final class of the day |
Lunch Options:
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Lunch A:
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Lunch: 11:28 – 12:01 PM
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5th Hour: 12:07 – 12:57 PM
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Lunch B:
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5th Hour: 11:34 – 12:24 PM
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Lunch: 12:24 – 12:57 PM
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Wednesday (Block Schedule)
| Period/Event | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contact | 7:30 – 7:40 AM | Morning check-in |
| 1st Hour | 7:45 – 9:14 AM | Extended block period |
| 2nd Hour | 9:20 – 11:00 AM | Extended block period + announcements |
| 5th Hour + Lunch | See lunch options below | Lunch and 5th hour times vary by building |
| 6th Hour | 1:20 – 2:49 PM | Extended block period |
Lunch Options:
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Lunch A:
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Lunch: 11:00 – 11:39 AM
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5th Hour: 11:45 – 1:14 PM
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Lunch B:
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5th Hour: 11:06 – 12:35 PM
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Lunch: 12:35 – 1:14 PM
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Thursday (Block Schedule with Homeroom)
| Period/Event | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contact | 7:30 – 7:40 AM | Morning check-in |
| 3rd Hour | 7:45 – 9:14 AM | Extended block period |
| Homeroom | 9:20 – 11:00 AM | Advisory, announcements, and special sessions |
| 4th Hour + Lunch | See lunch options below | Lunch and 4th hour times vary by building |
| 7th Hour | 1:20 – 2:49 PM | Extended block period |
Lunch Options:
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Lunch A:
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Lunch: 11:00 – 11:39 AM
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4th Hour: 11:45 – 1:14 PM
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Lunch B:
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4th Hour: 11:06 – 12:35 PM
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Lunch: 12:35 – 1:14 PM
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Notes:
- The Contact period is a brief check-in that is conducted each day before the start of academic periods (7:30–7:40 AM).
- Lunch placement is determined by a student’s building schedule for each lunch block.
- You can also view our modified block schedule on Wednesdays and Thursdays, when extended class periods allow for deeper learning and staff collaboration.
FAQs
Q: What is the process of enrolling my child at Kirkwood School District?
A: Applications start at the beginning of February and are placed at the portal Infinite Campus. New students also need to fill in the online form and take a printout of the verification page to school; returning families may qualify to have their information updated paperless.
Q: What is the required documentation for enrollment?
A: You will require a birth certificate of your child, a copy of all current immunization records, residency documents (a lease agreement/ mortgage statement and a current utility bill), emergency contact details, and Individualized Education Plans (IEP), 504 plans, or custody papers, where applicable.
Q: Who may finish the process of enrollment?
A: Enrollment of a child in the district can only be done by the parent or legal guardian who has the educational custody of the student or the record on file.
Q: Does it have school bus transportation?
A: Yes. Students who reside 1 or more miles (elementary), 1.5 or more miles (middle), and 2 or more miles (high) from their local designated school are given free bus transportation. Students on hazardous pathways would also be qualified to receive it.
Q: Is the curriculum and class size uniform among schools?
A: Yes. The district has class guidelines with a common core curriculum in every school, so that there are equal standards in teaching and learning.
