First day of school schedule
First day of school schedule
We are excited to welcome our students back to the classroom for our next school year! Please note that Maize USD 266 observes a staggered start day for students as follows:
- Tuesday, Aug. 18: First day of school for all of grades 1 through 9 and pre-k and kindergarten students with last names beginning with letters A through K.
- Wednesday, Aug. 19: Second day of school, with school in session for all of grades 1 through 12 and pre-k and kindergarten students with last names beginning with letters L through Z. Please note that, as with all Wednesdays, Aug. 19 will observe early release for professional development time for educators.
- Thursday, Aug. 20: School in session for pre-k through 12.
Recent News
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Click here for back-to-school information and resources.
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Congratuations to Maize Middle School Counselor Bridget Paasch
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Maize school board members recognized and thanked several dedicated employees from Hope Learning Center
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We're proud to recognize our 2026 Celebrating Excellence winners!
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Maize Board of Education members unanimously elected their board leadership for the 2026-27 school year.