The holidays are approaching, which means the kiddos are going to be filled with holiday cheer and delight (or – if you are surrounded by teens – waning enthusiasm). But don’t just rely on the kids to tell you when vacation is: Use the information below to help keep you informed on when school lets out for Thanksgiving and winter break or check your school district’s 2016-17 calendar online for details on potential early release dates and professional development days. 

Dates off by school district

Eau Claire • Nov. 21-25; Dec. 23-Jan. 2
Chippewa Falls  • Nov. 23-25; Dec. 22-Jan. 3
Menomonie • Nov. 23-25; Dec. 23-Jan. 1
Altoona • Nov. 23-25; Dec. 24-Jan. 1
Augusta • Nov. 21-25; Dec. 22-Jan. 1
Eleva-Strum • Nov. 23-25; Dec. 24-Jan. 2
Elk Mound • Nov. 24-25; Dec. 23-Jan. 2
Fall Creek • Nov. 23-25; Dec. 24-Jan. 1
Osseo-Fairchild • Nov. 22-25; Dec. 23-Jan. 1