To: All School Administrators
From: School Leadership & Support
Date: May 8, 2026
Subject: Planning Expectations and Key Dates for the 2026–2027 School Year
As we begin preparations for the 2026–2027 school year, School Leadership & Performance would like to provide the following information and planning expectations to support a strong and organized start to the year.
1. School Day Report and Calendar Preparation
Administrators are asked to complete the first draft of the following items in the Apex application by Friday, May 22, 2026:
- School Day Report
- Calendar Setup
- Bell Schedule (High Schools)
- Daily Calendar
We appreciate the work many of you have already begun in preparation for next year and encourage you to continue refining these items to ensure timely completion.
The School Day Report should include the following components:
- Faculty meeting schedule
- Planning time
- Weekly PLC/Collaboration time
- Parent/student meeting opportunities
- Professional development time
Once drafts are completed, please collaborate with your Area Director to review, refine, and finalize the reports as needed.
Reference Document:
School Day Report 2026-27 185 Day Calendar
2. District Leadership Collaboration (DLC) and Professional Learning Schedule
To provide consistency and intentional professional learning opportunities throughout the year, the following meeting structure is being planned for the 2026–2027 school year:
- 1st Thursday: Principal DLC Meetings
- 2nd Thursday: Assistant Principal Meetings
- 3rd Thursday: Principal PLC Meetings
- 4th Thursday: Teaching & Learning Sessions
Please note the following exceptions:
- December & May: GAM will replace the 1st Thursday meeting
- Additional meetings for all administrators will occur on an as-needed basis
Please reserve these days on your calendars and plan to engage in ongoing professional learning and collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that learning and leadership development remain embedded within daily practice and directly connected to school improvement efforts.
3. Administrator Institute
Please reserve Monday, July 27, 2026, through Thursday, July 30, 2026 for the annual Administrator Institute.
This year’s institute will be structured in a conference-style format designed to provide meaningful learning opportunities, collaboration, and leadership development aligned to your professional growth and the district’s strategic priorities.
Additional details, including session information and schedules, will be shared in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your continued leadership, preparation, and commitment to supporting students, staff, and school communities across the district.
