Lee High School — School Calendar 2026-27

Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.

Our kids may be in middle school, but they still love hosting their grandparents for breakfast. We look forward to meeting all our Grizzly Grands during Grandparents Breakfast. Please join us on the day that corresponds with your student's last name. Monday (9/14): Last Name A-HTuesday (9/15): Last Name I- QWednesday (9/16): R-Z

Pajama Day! Light up the halls in your candy themed or Christmas PJs.

For all PK, Elementary & Middle School campuses

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

Varsity Matches

Huntsville City Schools and the United States Department of Justice are now seeking applications from parents and guardians to serve on the 2026-27 Desegregation Advisory Committee (DAC). For more information, visit the 2026-27 DAC Applications page.

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J.V.- 4:30pmVarsity- 5:30pm

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No school for teachers or students.

All schools & offices closed.

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Check the meet schedule for time, location and team assignments.

To recognize the National School Lunch Program, serving nearly 30 million children each day, the district will celebrate National School Lunch Week 2026 from October 12-16, 2026. This year's theme is “Cafeteria Circus: Where Nutrition Takes Center Stage!”This year, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible balance, talent, and energy school nutrition teams bring to their cafeterias every day. Juggling regulations, tight timelines, and student preferences while serving wholesome meals is a daily feat—and it’s time to celebrate the stars behind the counter!How we're stepping into the Big Top:The Main Attraction: Highlighting nutrient-packed star menu items.Feats of Strength: Honoring the hard work and resilience of kitchen staff.Ringmaster Precision: Spotlighting the organizational skills that keep programs running smoothly.Since 1962, when President Lyndon B. Johnson established NSLW, the second week of October has served as a nationwide celebration of the role school meals play in student health and academic success. Join us this year as we celebrate the magic, skill, and heart you bring to the lunch line every day. Get ready to lead the parade!

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Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:What is Child Find?Who is covered under Child Find?Signs that may indicate a child needs additional supportParent rights and the ability to request an evaluationReferral vs. interventionWhat happens after a referralParental consentAlabama's 60-calendar-day evaluation timelineThe 30-calendar-day eligibility determination timelineEvaluation vs. eligibility vs. IEPThe importance of parent input.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Check the meet schedule for time, location and team assignments.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how special education eligibility is determined in Alabama and what the eligibility process means for your child. This training will provide parents with an overview of Alabama’s eligibility criteria, evaluation process, and the role families play in understanding their child’s educational needs and accessing appropriate special education services.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Huntsville City Schools Pre-K classes will be closed Monday, October 26, 2026, through Friday, October 30, 2026, while our teachers attend the Alabama Early Childhood Education Conference.  This professional development opportunity provides our educators with valuable training, resources, and strategies to strengthen their teaching practices and continue providing high-quality learning experiences for your child. Pre-K classes will resume on Monday, November 2, 2026. We appreciate your understanding and continued support as our educators take this time to learn, grow, and strengthen their ability to support your child’s learning and development.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how Project SEARCH helps students with disabilities prepare for life after high school through hands-on job training, workplace experiences, and career development. This training will provide parents with an overview of the program, eligibility, services, and how it can support their student’s transition to employment and greater independence.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Check the meet schedule for time, location and team assignments.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Review the event notice for meet location, time, and team participation details.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how visual perception and visual development can impact a student’s ability to learn, navigate the school environment, and complete everyday classroom tasks. This training will help parents understand common visual-perceptual challenges and explore practical supports and strategies that can help their child access instruction and participate more successfully at school.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

All schools & offices closed.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Review the event notice for meet location, time, and team participation details.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how hearing loss can affect a child’s communication, learning, and participation in the school environment. This training will help parents understand hearing needs, assistive hearing technology, classroom supports, and strategies for working with schools to help their child succeed.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

No school for teachers or students.

All schools & offices closed.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how Section 504 supports students with disabilities in accessing and participating in school. This training will help parents understand the 504 process, the roles of the student support team, and how families and schools can work together to identify appropriate accommodations and create a supportive learning environment.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

This meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held in the central office board room. More information about meetings, including how to sign up for citizen comments, may be found on the Board of Education page.Citizen comments will begin at 4:30PM and will not be broadcast. The meeting and broadcast will then begin immediately after the conclusion of the citizen comments.All HCS board meetings are able to be viewed over-the-air on Wow channel 3, Comcast channel 17, on the ETV Live+ Stream, and on the district’s Facebook page.

No school for teachers & students.

All schools & offices closed.

No school for students.

Classes resume.

All schools & offices closed.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Executive Function Strategies for Gifted Learners Who Struggle with organization, planning, and follow-through.A gifted student can have exceptional reasoning, creativity, or academic ability while simultaneously struggling with executive-function skills. Parents often see the frustrating gap between “I know my child can do this” and “Why can't my child get this done?”

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how transition services help students with disabilities prepare for life after high school. This training will give parents an overview of planning for education, employment, independent living, and community participation, as well as how families can actively participate in their student’s transition planning and IEP.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn why current vision information is important for supporting your child’s learning and success at school. This training will help parents understand what an eye report can tell the school, how vision needs may affect classroom performance, and how updated information can help educators provide appropriate support and accommodations.

All schools & offices closed.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

No school for teachers or students.

All schools & offices closed.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how families can help their child prepare for a successful transition from Pre-K to Kindergarten. This training will provide parents with information about the transition process, school readiness, special education services, and ways families and schools can work together to support their child’s academic, social, and developmental needs.

Check the calendar for dismissal time details.

Parents are invited to attend virtual parent training sessions on a variety of topics. Parents will need to register using the Parent Connections Registration Form and an email will be provided for them to attend the training session prior to the training session.In This Session:Learn how behavior can impact a child’s learning, relationships, and success at school. This training will help parents understand the reasons behind challenging behaviors and learn practical strategies for promoting positive behavior, emotional regulation, and successful participation at school.

Review the school calendar for exam schedule and early release times.

Please note the VBC has a Clear Bag Policy.Thursday, May 2711:30 AM: Artemis Virtual Academy1:00 PM: New Century Technology High School3:00 PM: Lee High School5:30 PM: Huntsville High SchoolFriday, May 281:00 PM: Jemison High School3:00 PM: Columbia High School5:30 PM: Grissom High SchoolAll ceremonies will take place in the Arena at the Von Braun Center. HCS invites viewers to watch the ceremonies live on ETV (OTA channel 25.5, Comcast channel 17, WOW channel 3), on the HCS Facebook page, and online at ETV Live+

No school for students.

All schools & offices closed.

All schools & offices closed.