Rhea County Schools has released its 2027 academic calendar, giving families a chance to plan ahead for the first day of school, holiday breaks, and professional development days.

Under the approved calendar, students will return to class in early August, with the first full break scheduled for Labor Day. Fall break, Thanksgiving, and winter holidays are all included, along with a spring break in March.

School officials said the calendar was developed with input from teachers, parents, and staff, and aligns with state requirements for instructional days.

"We know families rely on this calendar to make plans, so we wanted to get it out early," a district representative said. The full calendar is available on the Rhea County Schools website.

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