State Law Mandates Late August School Start

The Buncombe County Schools Board of Education confirms that state law sets the start date for the school year to the Monday closest to August 26, landing on August 24 and preventing exams before the winter break. 1mins

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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
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Buncombe County Schools Board of Education - 12/11/25

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  • Board Member KimPlemmons confirmed with Doctor Reed that state law required the school year to start on the Monday closest to August 26, resulting in an August 24 start date and preventing exams before the holiday break.
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