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The Alvin ISD school year will start with a transition day Aug. 12 for prekindergarten, kindergarten, sixth-grade and ninth-grade students. All other students will begin classes Aug. 13. (Community Impact staff)

Alvin ISD trustees approve academic calendar for 2026-27 school year

By Catherine White

Alvin ISD students will start school on Aug. 13, following board approval for the 2026-27 academic calendar at its Jan 13. meeting.

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Pearland ISD's 2027 graduation ceremonies will be held from Wednesday through Friday before Memorial Day at Pearland Stadium. (Catherine White/Community Impact)
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