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Horizons Academy — School Calendar 2026-27
BRADENTON, FL 34208
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Wakeland Support Center1812 27th Street EBradenton, FL 34208For more information, please call the Office of the Deputy Superintendent of Operations at (941) 708-8770 x41217.
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Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in MANATEE. Horizons Academy follows the district calendar.
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|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day--No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Kindergarten-2nd Grade FAST Math AssessmentDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 | Teacher & Paraprofessional Virtual Job FairDistrict-wide We are hiring for the 2026-2027 school year! Interview for all VPK-12 grade level and subject area vacancies, including Teacher, ESE Teacher, Paraprofessional and Teacher Aide.We are a growing public school district with two new elementary schools that just opened. We offer great benefits, professional development opportunities, free add-on endorsement coursework, teacher certification pathways and new teacher support. Our highly competitive Teacher starting pay is calculated usin |
| Fri, Sep 25, 2026 | Early Release - Elementary & K-8District-wide Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm. |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | AFSCME Negotiation Meeting Wakeland Support Center1812 27th Street EBradenton, FL 34208For more information, please call the Office of the Deputy Superintendent of Operations at (941) 708-8770 x41217. |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | The Classical Academy (Sarasota) @ SEHS, Volleyball <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | BRHS @ LRHS, Volleyball |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | PCHS @ BRHS Volleyball <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | FB Parrish Comm @ BRHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Volleyball, Gulf Coast HEAT (Bradenton) @ BHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | Early Release - Elementary & K-8 Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm. |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | Student Early Release -1 PMDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for the early release time and any schedule adjustments. |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | Football Wesley Chapel @ BHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | SE @ St. Pete Football |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | SDMC All-County Orchestra Concert Performance Time TBD |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | SDMC Men's Choir Day Festival Auditorium Free Admission |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details. |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | AFSCME Negotiation Meeting Wakeland Support Center1812 27th Street EBradenton, FL 34208For more information, please call the Office of the Deputy Superintendent of Operations at (941) 708-8770 x41217. |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | AFSCME Negotiation Meeting Wakeland Support Center1812 27th Street EBradenton, FL 34208For more information, please call the Office of the Deputy Superintendent of Operations at (941) 708-8770 x41217. |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | BHS @ SEHS, Volleyball |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | PHS @ BRHS Volleyball <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | FB BHS @ BRHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | Into The Woods at PCHS [In-person] https://our.show/bullsintothewoods“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | SE @ BR Football |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | PHS @ MHS, Football |
| Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | Into the Woods at PCHS [In-person] https://our.show/bullsintothewoods________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/252259695636972?p=GZ2I401CQsQKsNYFYqMeeting ID:252 259 695 636 972Passcode:48iH6yy6Need help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,58434881#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:584 348 81#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Sun, Oct 11, 2026 | Into the Woods at PCHS https://our.show/bullsintothewoods“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Record Day (No School) |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Manatee Marching Exhibition Manatee High School StadiumFree Admission |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Alternative Pathways to Teaching Virtual Meeting Ready to make a difference as a teacher? This is your chance to learn about Alternative Pathways to Teaching, ask questions and determine your eligibility.• Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree can earn teacher certification through an approved pathway.• Earn your professional certification while you teach.• Teacher starting pay is calculated using base salary ($49,702) plus Referendum supplement ($9.537) plus Degree supplements.• We offer stellar full-time employment benefits including health insurance and retirement.• Time-off includes Summers, 25 paid holidays, and 10 Sick/Personal Days.Alternative Pathways to TeachingWednesday, October 14, 2026 from 6pm-7:30pmMeeting login information will be provided after you register for the event. |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | C. Mooney @ SE Football |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | LRHS vs Sarasota, Football <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | PCHS vs IMG Academy, Football <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Sat, Oct 17, 2026 | ECG/EKG Screening for Student Athletes Florida law requires certain student athletes to complete an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) screening prior to participation in school‑sponsored athletic programs. To support student safety and assist families with meeting this new requirement, theSchool District of Manatee County is partnering with Who We Play For to offer safe and affordable ECG screenings for eligible student athletes.Saturday, October 17, 20269am - 12:00pmManatee Technical College - East CampusWells Law Enforcement & Allied Health Building5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.Bradenton, Florida 34211Book Appointment for 10/17/26To learn more about the new requirement, please visit https://www.manateeschools.net/ecgscreening or contact your school’s athletic department. |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Safety Security Shade Meeting Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:00 am School Board Shade regarding Safety and SecurityThe School Board of Manatee County, Florida, announces an Exempt Shade Meeting regardingSafety and Security to be held October 20, 2026, 9:00 am or as soon thereafter is practical. Pursuant to section 281.301 and 286.0113, and 286.011 of the Florida Statutes, theSafety and Security Meeting is closed to the public. Attendees will include School Board Members Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Chad Choate III, and Charlie Kennedy; Dr. Laurie Breslin, Superintendent of Manatee County Schools; Stephen Dye, School Board Attorney; Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations; Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instruction; Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services; Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent; Paul Damico, Chief of Safety and Security; Patrick Bartholomew, Director of Safety and Security; Thomas Cessar, Supervisor Safety and Security; and Court Reporter/Stenographer. |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | School Board Workshop Check the published agenda for workshop topics and discussion items. |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | BHS @ BRHS, Football |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | LRHS vs Lehigh, Football <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | PCHS vs Manatee, Football <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | Wellan Park @ SE |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details. |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Early Release - All Schools All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Student Early Release - 1:50 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Professional Learning Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | FB, IMG Academy (Bradenton) @ BHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | FB Lake Buena Vista (Orlando) @ BRHS <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}@font-face {font-family:Raleway}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Raleway",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | LRHS vs Comm Sch of Naples, Football <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:windowtext}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | MHS @ SEHS, Football |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | SDMC Shakespeare In The Park Ticket Prices and Link Coming Soon... |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Arts Alive! Ticket and Event Information Coming Soon. |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | Citizen Financial Audit Committee Meeting <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:#215E99}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details. |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Veterans Day - All sites closed. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | School Board Reorganization Meeting Annual Reorganization Meeting and Swearing-in of New Board Members. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | BRMS Winter Orchestra Concert ________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/220811888221204?p=iXAuK8nBnZG68Q7V9hMeeting ID:220 811 888 221 204Passcode:Ba9M5tN6Need help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,714099998#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:714 099 998#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Fall Break (No School) |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break--No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates. |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District |
| Fri, Nov 27, 2026 | Thanksgiving FridayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Dr. Mona Jain MS Beginning Band Winter Concert You're invited to come listen to our Beginning Bands showcase their progress at our Winter Concert! Free Admission4th Period Band @ 6:00pm2nd & 6th Period Band @ 6:30pm3rd Period Band @ 7:00pm“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Parrish Community High School Winter Orchestra Concert Free! No tickets are necessary. In Building 2, the Auditorium. “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Tue, Dec 8, 2026 | Dr. Mona Jain MS Advanced Band Winter Concert Come listen to our Advanced Bands perform music we have learned over the year which will also include some Holiday favorites! “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | Holiday Music Program - 1st and 4th GradeDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | BRMS Winter Chorus Concert ________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/289971567874188?p=MKZtWGzyX8JbFLle8BMeeting ID:289 971 567 874 188Passcode:kn6JK7KnNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,618178606#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:618 178 606#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | James Tillman Elementary Schools Winterfest Dear District Heads, The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team is delighted to invite you to our annual “WINTERFEST” celebration!WINTERFEST will be held in the James Tillman Media Center, where you will have an opportunity to admire the beautiful artwork created by our talented students. We will also have a stage area in the cafeteria where each grade level will share their musical talents with a selection of beautiful songs.We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate the creativity and the accomplishments of our students.We hope to see you there!Warmly,The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/284702886149013?p=7p8VX8a9FYtDQVaUYNMeeting ID:284 702 886 149 013Passcode:fw7cE3stNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,505336402#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:505 336 402#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | Holiday Spectacular Performance Cafeteria“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Wed, Dec 16, 2026 | Early Release - High Schools High schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm. |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Winter Break - All sites closed. |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | New Years Day - All sites closed. |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Record Day (No School) |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | In-Service Day (No School) |
| Wed, Jan 6, 2027 | Students Back to School Review the school calendar for the return date and any preparation details. |
| Thu, Jan 14, 2027 | Citizen Financial Audit Committee Meeting <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:#215E99}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | MLK Jr. Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 | Battle of the Beats More information coming soon... |
| Sat, Jan 23, 2027 | SDMC All-County Honor Choir SCF Neel AuditoriumFree Admission |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 | SDMC All-County Honor Band Lakewood Ranch High School AuditoriumFree Admission |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Early Release - All Schools All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Professional Learning Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Student Early Release -1:50 PMDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Feb 12, 2027 | SDMC No. 2027-05-Continuing Contracts Evaluations for Asbestos Consulting, Civil Engineers, Commissioning, Disaster Remediation, Electrical & Mechanical Engineers, Environmental Engineering/Ecological Consultants, Geotechnical/Soil Material TestingDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents Day - All sites closed. |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents' DayDistrict-wide No School - Manatee County School District |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | Early Release - Elementary & K-8 Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm. |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | Student Early Release -1 PMDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for the early release time and any schedule adjustments. |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 | Yes We Can Dance! Manatee High School AuditoriumTicket Information Coming Soon... |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | Citizen Financial Audit Committee Meeting <!--@font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"}@font-face {font-family:Aptos}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {margin:0in; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif}a:link, span.MsoHyperlink {color:#467886; text-decoration:underline}a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed {color:#96607D; text-decoration:underline}span.EmailStyle17 {font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif; color:#215E99}.MsoChpDefault {}@page WordSection1 {margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in}div.WordSection1 {}--> |
| Thu, Mar 11, 2027 | Early Release - Elementary & K-8 Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm. |
| Thu, Mar 11, 2027 | Elementary/K-8 Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Mar 11, 2027 | SDMC Art Exhibition Opening Night Gala and Awards |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Record Day (No School) |
| Mon, Mar 15, 2027 | Spring Break (No School) School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Mon, Mar 15, 2027 | Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Manatee County School District |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Good Friday - All sites closed. |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 | State Writing Assessment (BEST Writing)District-wide |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 | The Gallery at Rye Ranch Event Name: The Gallery at Rye RanchEvent Type: Art ShowEvent Location: Rye Ranch ElementaryEvent Date: March 31st 2027Event Time: 5-7pmEvent Description: Each student will have a personally selected artwork on display. Artworks will be chosen by each student throughout the year to showcase their strongest works in a gallery style event.“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | SDMC Jim Harbin Film Festival Manatee High School AuditoriumFree Admission |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Administrative Professionals DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | BRMS Spring Orchestra Concert ________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/227148008550425?p=BtjxzRuhMQkntYS4M9Meeting ID:227 148 008 550 425Passcode:6rr7P74kNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,898524302#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:898 524 302#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | BRMS Spring Chorus Concert “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | James Tillman Elementary Schools Springfest Dear District Heads, The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team is delighted to invite you to our annual “SPRINGFEST” celebration!SPRINGFEST will be held in the James Tillman Media Center, where you will have an opportunity to admire the beautiful artwork created by our talented students. We will also have a stage area in the cafeteria where each grade level will share their musical talents with a selection of beautiful songs.We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate the creativity and the accomplishments of our students.We hope to see you there!Warmly,The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team________________________________________________________________________________Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/294982969296098?p=GDYPkIi33ZvsEfZCHdMeeting ID:294 982 969 296 098Passcode:KV79x7g7Need help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,939404220#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:939 404 220#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute________________________________________________________________________________“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | Band Concert Cafeteria“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | Teacher & Staff Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the week's events and appreciation activities. |
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| Tue, May 11, 2027 | State Science AssessmentDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Braden River High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 | Lakewood Ranch High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 | Parrish Community High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Palmetto High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | Southeast High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | Bayshore High Graduation LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | Manatee High Graduation Hawkins Stadium at Manatee High School902 33rd St Ct W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV. |
| Tue, May 25, 2027 | Early Release - All Schools All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 | Last Day Students |
| Thu, May 27, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 | Record Day (No School) |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day - All sites closed. |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Horizons Academy
Enrollment at HORIZONS ACADEMY stands at 571 students. The school is a Other institution in the local district.