The 2017-18 school year is around the corner. Here are some essential dates and resources Katy Independent School District parents should know before classes begin:

School supplies


School supply lists can be found on KISD campus websites. Most clothing and school supplies purchases will not be assessed a sales tax from August 11-13. For a comprehensive list of items included in the tax free holiday, visit the Texas Comptroller’s website.

Bus Schedules:


School bus routes can be searched by address using the school district's online portal. Call KISD's Transportation Call Center at 281-396-6008 to find out the nearest bus stop as well as bus numbers, drop-off and pick-up times.

Important district dates:


The 2017-18 academic calendar runs from Aug. 16 to May 24, with several holidays and early dismissals planned. Here is a list of major school holidays and professional days for the new school year:

Aug. 16
First day of fall semester

Sept. 4
School closed for Labor Day


Oct. 9, 20
Early dismissals for elementary parent conferences and secondary professional learning

Nov. 20-24

School closed for Thanksgiving break

Dec. 15-Jan. 1

School closed for winter break

Jan. 2
Teacher preparation day


Jan. 15
Campus professional learning day


Feb. 
16
Early dismissal for campus professional learning


Feb. 19
District professional learning day


March 12-16

School closed for Spring Break


March 30
School closed for Good Friday

April 13
Early dismissal for campus professional learning

May 24
Early dismissal for last day of school