The Duxbury School Calendar for the 2022-2023 school year is now available. The calendar includes all current and past events that have occurred in the district. The calendar is also searchable by month and topic.
Duxbury schools is a small, private, K-12 school located in Duxbury, Massachusetts. The current enrollment is just over 70 students. The school was founded in 1892 and has been accredited by the Massachusetts Association of Independent Schools since 1924.
The school offers a traditional academic program with a strong emphasis on student creativity and independence. Classes are divided into three periods per day and students are required to participate in both athletics and the arts. All students are required to take at least one full year of foreign language.
Duxbury School Calendar
It also offer a variety of facilities and services to its students, including an on-campus daycare and after-school care program. The school also has a number of amenities available for use by its students and staff, such as a gym, pool, and library.
The school staff consists of highly qualified and experienced educators who work diligently to provide a top-notch education for their students. The faculty members are experts in their fields, and they use their knowledge to help students improve their skills. The school also has a strong community outreach program, which helps local residents improve their lives. Duxbury School is an excellent choice for families seeking a top-notch education for their children.
Duxbury School Academic Calendar (2022-2023)
The School offers a variety of academic calendars for students to choose from. These calendars provide an overview of what is expected of students in each grade, as well as important dates and deadlines.
One of the most popular calendars is the traditional school year calendar. This calendar begins in early September and runs through late May. The traditional school year calendar includes three semesters, with each semester consisting of 12 weeks. Each week has two days assigned: one business day and one instructional day.
Many parents find the traditional school year calendar easier to follow because it follows a standard schedule. However, not everyone prefers this type of calendar. Another popular academic calendar is the block schedule. This type of calendar allows students more choice in how they want to structure their education. Block schedules divide the school year into four quarters, with each quarter consisting of eight weeks.
Academic Calendar
| Schedule | Date | Day |
| Staff Return | August 29, 2022 | Monday |
| Teacher PD | August 30, 2022 | Tuesday |
| Official First Day of School | August 31, 2022 | Wednesday |
| No School – Labor Day | September 5, 2022 | Monday |
| Early Release Chandler/Alden Only | September 22, 2022 | Thursday |
| No School – Teacher PD | October 7, 2022 | Friday |
| No School – Columbus Day | October 10, 2022 | Monday |
| Early Release Chandler/Alden Only | October 26-27, 2022 |
Wednesday-Thursday
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| No School – Veterans Day | November 11, 2022 | Friday |
| Early Release | November 23, 2022 | Wednesday |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 24-25, 2022 | Thursday-Friday |
| Early Release – Teacher PD | December 1, 2022 | Thursday |
| Early Release | December 23, 2022 | Friday |
| Winter Break | December 26-30, 2022 | Monday-Friday |
| No School | January 2, 2023 | Monday |
| No School – Martin Luther King Day | January 16, 2023 | Monday |
| Early Release – Teacher PD | February 2, 2023 | Thursday |
| February Break | February 20-24, 2023 | Monday-Friday |
| Early Release Chandler/Alden Only | March 2, 2023 | Thursday |
| No School – Teacher PD | March 24, 2023 | Friday |
| Early Release Chandler/Alden Only | March 29-30, 2023 |
Wednesday-Thursday
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| No School – Good Friday | April 7, 2023 | Friday |
| April Break | April17-21, 2023 | Monday-Friday |
| Early Release – Teacher PD | May 2, 2023 | Tuesday |
| Memorial Day – No school | May 29, 2023 | Monday |
| Early Release – Teacher PD | June 12, 2023 | Friday |
| Last Day of School | June 14, 2023 | Wednesday |
| Juneteenth Holiday | June 19, 2023 | Monday |
| Last Day of School (with 5 snow days) | June 22, 2023 | Thursday |
Duxbury School Calendar (Holidays)
School utilizes a holiday calendar to better coordinate holidays with the school year. The calendar allows for more timely instruction of holiday-themed lessons, and also helps to prevent scheduling conflicts.
| Day | Holidays | Date |
| Monday | Labor Day | Sep 5, 2022 |
| Monday | Halloween | Oct 31, 2022 |
| Tuesday | Election Day | Nov 8, 2022 |
| Friday | Veterans Day | Nov 11, 2022 |
| Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Nov 24, 2022 |
| Saturday | Christmas Eve | Dec 24, 2022 |
| Sunday | Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2022 |
| Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) | Dec 26, 2022 |
| Saturday | New Year’s Eve | Dec 31, 2022 |
| Sunday | New Year’s Day | Jan 1, 2023 |
| Monday | New Year’s Day (substitute) | Jan 2, 2023 |
| Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Jan 16, 2023 |
| Tuesday | Valentine’s Day | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Monday | Presidents’ Day | Feb 20,2023 |
| Friday | St. Patrick’s Day | Mar 17, 2023 |
| Sunday | Easter Sunday | Apr 9, 2023 |
| Monday | Easter Monday | Apr 10, 2023 |
| Sunday | Mother’s Day | May 14, 2023 |
| Monday | Memorial Day | May 29, 2023 |
| Thursday | First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Wednesday | Flag Day | Jun 14, 2023 |
| Sunday | Father’s Day | Jun 18, 2023 |
| Monday | Juneteenth | Jun 19, 2023 |
Conclusion
Duxbury public schools continue to excel in statewide and national rankings. In fact, since 2006, Duxbury has been ranked as one of the top 100 public schools in the United States, according to The Daily Beast.
The reasons for this success are many and varied, but at its core, the Duxbury approach to education is centered on a collaborative model that emphasizes student collaboration and responsibility. This culture of accountability and responsibility is fostered from day one in Duxbury’s educational system by providing students with opportunities for hands-on learning and leadership experiences.
