February 16 is an early release day. Elementary students will be released from school two hours early, and secondary students will be released early on modified schedules that vary by school.
Early release days were added to RISD’s student academic calendar in 2018-19. There are five early release days during the 2021-22 school year: Sept. 22, Oct. 27, Dec. 17, Feb. 16, and May 27.
After-school programs, bus schedules and other portions of the daily schedule will be adjusted, as well.
Parents of students in half-day programs and Pre-K should check with their child’s school about the impact of early release days on special programs. Students receiving special education transportation will have their bus service altered to meet early release times. Parents with questions about early release day schedules should contact their child’s school.
