WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Summer is winding down, and that can only mean one thing — it’s almost back-to-school time! As the long days of sunshine and relaxation come to a close, students and parents across the region are gearing up for a fresh start.
The countdown is on! Find out when your child will go back to school below:
| County | First day of student instruction | Last Day of Instructional Term |
| Barbour | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Berkeley | 08/14/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Boone | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Braxton | 08/18/2025 | 06/02/2026 |
| Brooke | 08/21/2025 | 06/02/2026 |
| Cabell | 08/13/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Calhoun | 08/15/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Clay | 08/25/2025 | 06/02/2026 |
| Doddridge | 08/13/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Fayette | 08/14/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Gilmer | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Grant | 08/15/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Greenbrier | 08/25/2025 | 06/05/2026 |
| Hampshire | 08/18/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Hancock | 08/21/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Hardy | 08/27/2025 | 06/08/2026 |
| Harrison | 08/18/2025 | 06/01/2026 |
| Jackson | 08/19/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Jefferson | 08/18/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Kanawha | 08/15/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Lewis | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Lincoln | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Marion | 08/20/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Marshall | 08/18/2025 | 05/22/2026 |
| McDowell | 09/02/2025 | 06/08/2026 |
| Mercer | 08/21/2025 | 06/10/2026 |
| Mineral | 08/15/2025 | 05/27/2026 |
| Mingo | 08/27/2025 | 06/12/2026 |
| Monongalia | 08/19/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Monroe | 08/21/2025 | 06/05/2026 |
| Morgan | 08/19/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Nicholas | 08/20/2025 | 06/05/2026 |
| Ohio | 08/27/2025 | 06/05/2026 |
| Pendleton | 08/15/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Pleasants | 08/14/2025 | 05/22/2026 |
| Pocahontas | 09/04/2025 | 06/16/2026 |
| Preston | 08/18/2025 | 05/28/2026 |
| Putnam | 08/21/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Raleigh | 08/26/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Randolph | 08/18/2025 | 06/02/2026 |
| Ritchie | 08/14/2025 | 05/27/2026 |
| Roane | 08/18/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Summers | 08/13/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Taylor | 08/25/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Tucker | 08/26/2025 | 06/03/2026 |
| Tyler | 08/20/2025 | 06/01/2026 |
| Upshur | 08/14/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Wayne | 08/18/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Webster | 08/20/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Wetzel | 08/19/2025 | 05/29/2026 |
| Wirt | 08/14/2025 | 05/26/2026 |
| Wood | 08/20/2025 | 06/02/2026 |
| WVSDB | 08/11/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Wyoming | 08/22/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
| Kanawha(Year Round) | 07/09/2025 | 06/04/2026 |
Here are some tips on getting ready for back to school for both students and parents:
🎒 For Students:
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Get back on a routine
Start waking up and going to bed earlier a week before school starts. -
Organize your supplies
Make sure your backpack is packed with the essentials: notebooks, pens, pencils, folders, and any tech you’ll need. -
Set goals
Think about what you want to achieve this year—grades, sports, or personal growth. -
Stay positive
New year, new opportunities. Keep an open mind and a good attitude. -
Prep your space
Set up a quiet, clean area at home for homework and studying.
👨👩👧👦 For Parents:
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Review the school calendar
Note important dates like start day, holidays, and parent-teacher conferences. -
Take advantage of tax-free weekends
Stock up on school clothes, supplies, and electronics while saving money. -
Update health records & forms
Make sure immunizations are up to date and school paperwork is submitted. -
Establish routines early
Practice morning and evening routines before the first day to make the transition smoother. -
Stay involved
Communicate with teachers, check in with your child regularly, and encourage open conversations about their school experience.







