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Back To School In Palm Desert: 2023-24 School Calendar

Palm Desert's Desert Sands Unified School District families prepare for the first day of school coming up, August 15.

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It's time for Palm Desert families to get ready to return to school for the 2023-24 school year.
It's time for Palm Desert families to get ready to return to school for the 2023-24 school year. (Photo Credit: Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff)

PALM DESERT, CA —Desert Sands Unified School District students and families in Palm Desert are prepping for back-to-school, with classes beginning Aug. 15.

The Desert Sands Unified School District calendar is now available to help parents prepare for the school year and plan for upcoming events and holidays into 2024.

Heading into the upcoming school year, some dates are subject to change. Here is the list of dates to know for this school year.

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  • First Day (TK-12): Aug. 15
  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 20-Nov. 24
  • Winter Break: Dec. 22- Jan. 5
  • Spring Break: April 1 - 8
  • Last Day: June 5

See the full district calendar here for other holiday planning, Teacher Preparation Days, Staff Development Days, and modified days.

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