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The stretch from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving is relatively quick. (25-26 school year = 10 days) and straightforward. The only challenge for rookie and veteran teachers is how to navigate the days leading up to Thanksgiving break.
At the high school level, it starts a period of transition from the fall season to the winter season. By Veterans Day, most athletic seasons are over. Most teams have been eliminated from the playoffs at the point. Football, cheerleading, and State Championship contenders are the only teams remaining. Many of student-athletes enjoy having a little more free time.
The Thanksgiving stretch is also a time for school plays. Students involved in the school production has spent several weeks preparing for the big performance.
Athletic directors will have preseason meetings with winter sports parents, players, and coaches.
In Massachusetts the Thanksgiving football game still is probably the biggest school community event of the year. Many schools still have pep rallies leading up to the big rivalry game. Recent alumni come back with uncertainty. It is the start of a very special day for coaches players, parents, cheerleaders, band members, and fans. Regardless of the team’s record, it is exciting day!
Teachers, plan well, and enjoy a well-deserved break.
2025 – 2026 = 13 days
Teaching: The Christmas Countdown
10 days = 2025 – 2026 school year
Thanksgiving until Christmas it’s a pretty straight shot from Thanksgiving until Christmas.
17 days = 2025 – 2026 school year