Everything you need in one place.
Our academic calendar, uniform policy, and parent-student handbook — printable, shareable, and always up to date.
Calendar at a Glance.
Print a copy for the refrigerator, or bookmark this page on your phone.
AUGUST
- Monday, August 18
- 6:30 pm Orientation / Open House / Meet the Teacher
- Tuesday, August 19
- First Day of School (½ Day — 8:00 am drop off, noon pickup)
- Friday, August 29
- Day Off
SEPTEMBER
- Monday, September 1
- Day Off (Labor Day)
- Monday, September 22
- Day Off (Teacher Work Day)
OCTOBER
- Monday, October 13
- Day Off (Columbus Day)
- Friday, October 17
- End of the Quarter
- Monday, October 20
- Day Off (Teacher Work Day)
- Friday, October 31
- Day Off (Halloween & Parent/Teacher Conferences)
NOVEMBER
- Tuesday, November 11
- Veterans Day
- Friday, November 21
- ½ Day (Thanksgiving Break)
- Mon–Fri, November 24–28
- Day Off (Thanksgiving Break)
DECEMBER
- Friday, December 19
- ½ Day (Christmas Break)
- Dec 22 – January 2
- CHRISTMAS BREAK (No School)
JANUARY
- Friday, January 9
- End of Quarter
- Monday, January 12
- Day Off (Teacher Work Day)
- Monday, January 19
- Day Off (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
- Monday, January 26
- Day Off (Teacher Work Day)
FEBRUARY
- Saturday, February 14
- Valentine's Day
- Monday, February 16
- Day Off (President's Day)
MARCH
- Friday, March 13
- End of Quarter
- Monday, March 16
- Day Off (Teacher Work Day)
- Tuesday, March 17
- St. Patrick's Day
- March 30 – April 3
- SPRING BREAK (No School)
APRIL
- Sunday, April 5
- Easter
- Monday, April 6
- Day Off (Easter Monday)
- April 27 – May 1
- Iowa Testing
MAY
- Tuesday, May 5
- Cinco de Mayo
- Sunday, May 10
- Mother's Day
- Friday, May 22
- ½ Day (LAST DAY OF SCHOOL)
- Monday, May 25
- Memorial Day
Uniform Policy.
Our uniforms keep families' costs low and every school day simple.
- Navy or khaki uniform pants or shorts (in season)
- White, navy, or hunter-green polo (short or long sleeve)
- Black or brown belt (grades 3+)
- Solid black, brown, or navy closed-toe shoes
- SCS plaid jumper (K–3) or plaid skirt/skort (grades 4+)
- White, navy, or hunter-green polo or peter-pan blouse
- Navy or white knee socks or tights
- Solid black, brown, or navy closed-toe shoes
- SCS logo sweatshirt, cardigan, or fleece worn indoors
- PE days: SCS gym shirt with athletic shorts or joggers
- Athletic shoes required on PE and recess days
- Lands' End (school code above) for logo items
- Target, Old Navy, French Toast for basics
- Shepherd Christian Gently Used Store for new families
Parent-Student Handbook.
Our handbook outlines the covenant, community expectations, academic policies, and daily rhythms that shape life at Shepherd.
Morning drop-off begins at 7:45 am. School runs 8:00 am – 2:45 pm for all grades, including Kindergarten. Students must be picked up no later than 3:00 pm. Please notify the office by 8:15 am if your student will be absent or late.
Abeka and BJU Press curriculum, integrated Christian worldview, weekly chapel, and daily Bible instruction with scripture memorization.
As a discipleship-model covenant school, we shepherd the heart. Concerns are addressed in partnership with parents in a spirit of restoration.
Current immunization records required. Students who are fever-free for 24 hours without medication may return to class.
Personal devices remain in backpacks during the school day. Classroom technology is teacher-directed.
Weekly newsletter on Fridays. FACTS portal for grades and billing. Parents are welcome to reach out to teachers anytime.
Answers for our families.
How do I download the school calendar?
Use the Download PDF button at the top of this page. The file is formatted for standard 8.5 x 11 printing.
What are the school hours?
Our school day runs 8:00 am – 2:45 pm for all grades, including Kindergarten. Morning drop-off begins at 7:45 am, and students must be picked up no later than 3:00 pm.
Where do I purchase uniforms?
Lands' End is our preferred vendor for logo items. Basics can be sourced from Target, Old Navy, or French Toast. Don't forget our Gently Used Store!
What if my child is absent or late?
Please call or email the school office by 8:15 am. Extended absences require advance notice so we can prepare make-up work.
How do I get the full parent-student handbook?
The full Parent-Student Handbook is available as a printable PDF using the download button above. The office is also happy to email or print a copy on request.
Where can I find lunch, snack, and supply info?
Visit our Parent Resources page for lunch program details. Shepherd families never need a school supply list — supplies are included with tuition.