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