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Kanawha County Schools Snow Day Update: No Make-Up Days, Last Day Remains May 29

Kanawha County Schools

March 16, 2026

KCS Calendar Update

Kanawha County Schools has been granted a waiver by the West Virginia Department of Education for the 180-day instructional requirement.

Because of this waiver, snow days that have already occurred this school year will not need to be made up. At this time, the last day of school for students will remain Friday, May 29.

If Kanawha County Schools experiences another districtwide closure between now and the end of the school year, the calendar could change. Should that occur, the district will provide an update to families and staff.

FAQ

Do students still have to make up snow days that happened between August 15th, 2025 - March 16th, 2026?
No. Because the district received a waiver from the West Virginia Department of Education, snow days that have already occurred will not need to be made up.

Is the last day of school changing?
No. The last day of school for Kanawha County Schools students remains Friday, May 29.

Could the calendar still change?
Possibly. If the district experiences another full districtwide closure between March 17th, 2026 - May 29th, 2026, the calendar may need to be adjusted.

Will families be notified if anything changes?
Yes. If the school calendar changes, Kanawha County Schools will communicate updates to families and staff.