2025-2026 School System Operational Calendar Adjustments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, March 5, 2026

Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178
Mrs. Tammy McCourt, Deputy Superintendent of Fiscal and Supporting Services, 301-475-5511, ext. 32247
 

LEONARDTOWN, MD – Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott Smith, announces the 2025-2026 operating calendar adjustments made by the Board of Education at its meeting on March 4, 2026, as follows: 

• Monday, April 6, 2026 (Easter Monday) will be a school day due to an inclement weather make-up day 

The calendar for the Chesapeake Public Charter School will be adjusted as follows: 

• Friday, March 13, 2026 (Professional Development/Responsibilities) will be a school day with a two-hour early dismissal due to an inclement weather make-up day
• Tuesday, June 16, 2026 will be the last day for 10-month staff (change from original calendar) 
• Tuesday, June 30, 2026 will be the last day for 11-month staff (change from original calendar) 

To view the amended school system calendar, visit our website at www.smcps.org/calendar.

For more information, call (301) 475-5511, ext 34105.