Horizons Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

We are hiring for the 2026-2027 school year! Interview for all VPK-12 grade level and subject area vacancies, including Teacher, ESE Teacher, Paraprofessional and Teacher Aide.We are a growing public school district with two new elementary schools that just opened. We offer great benefits, professional development opportunities, free add-on endorsement coursework, teacher certification pathways and new teacher support. Our highly competitive Teacher starting pay is calculated usin

Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

Check the school calendar for the early release time and any schedule adjustments.

Check the testing notice for registration deadlines and test day details.

Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:00 am School Board Shade regarding Safety and SecurityThe School Board of Manatee County, Florida, announces an Exempt Shade Meeting regardingSafety and Security to be held October 20, 2026, 9:00 am or as soon thereafter is practical. Pursuant to section 281.301 and 286.0113, and 286.011 of the Florida Statutes, theSafety and Security Meeting is closed to the public.  Attendees will include School Board Members Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Chad Choate III, and Charlie Kennedy; Dr. Laurie Breslin, Superintendent of Manatee County Schools; Stephen Dye, School Board Attorney; Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations; Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instruction; Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services; Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent;  Paul Damico, Chief of Safety and Security; Patrick Bartholomew, Director of Safety and Security; Thomas Cessar, Supervisor Safety and Security; Tracy Moore, Interim Director of Risk Management, Scott Hansen, Chief Technology Officer, and Court Reporter/Stenographer.

Check the published agenda for workshop topics and discussion items.

Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm

Date: 10/29/2026Time: 10:30am - 1:00pmLocation: in Ballard's Media CenterTicket Price: $0  This event is not open to the public, however school district officials are invited!Ballard Elementary School presents:Annual Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibit!!  Ballard students will peruse our exhibition with their classes.  We will have our student artwork on display, as well as authentic artifacts from different Hispanic Cultures.  A few students will also be giving presentations about their own cultures, in traditional dress, with visual displays that they created.“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Ticket Prices:VIP Tickets - $20 (Reserved Seating w/Chairs Provided)Lawn Tickets - $5 (Bring your own Chair/Blanket)Chair Rental - $5

Ticket and Event Information Coming Soon.

Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Annual Reorganization Meeting and Swearing-in of New Board Members. Check the published agenda for reorganization meeting topics and details.

Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/220811888221204?p=iXAuK8nBnZG68Q7V9hMeeting ID:220 811 888 221 204Passcode:Ba9M5tN6Need help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,714099998#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:714 099 998#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Review the school calendar for the full break dates.

No School - Manatee County School District

No School - Manatee County School District

You're invited to come listen to our Beginning Bands showcase their progress at our Winter Concert! Free Admission4th Period Band @ 6:00pm2nd & 6th Period Band @ 6:30pm3rd Period Band @ 7:00pm“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Free! No tickets are necessary. In Building 2, the Auditorium. “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Check the PTO notice for shop details, items available and ordering information.

Come listen to our Advanced Bands perform music we have learned over the year which will also include some Holiday favorites! “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/289971567874188?p=MKZtWGzyX8JbFLle8BMeeting ID:289 971 567 874 188Passcode:kn6JK7KnNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,618178606#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:618 178 606#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Dear District Heads, The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team is delighted to invite you to our annual “WINTERFEST” celebration!WINTERFEST will be held in the James Tillman Media Center, where you will have an opportunity to admire the beautiful artwork created by our talented students. We will also have a stage area in the cafeteria where each grade level will share their musical talents with a selection of beautiful songs.We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate the creativity and the accomplishments of our students.We hope to see you there!Warmly,The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/284702886149013?p=7p8VX8a9FYtDQVaUYNMeeting ID:284 702 886 149 013Passcode:fw7cE3stNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,505336402#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:505 336 402#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Cafeteria“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

High schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

Review the school calendar for the return date and any preparation details.

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

More information coming soon...

SCF Neel AuditoriumFree Admission

Lakewood Ranch High School AuditoriumFree Admission

All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm

No School - Manatee County School District

Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

Check the school calendar for the early release time and any schedule adjustments.

Manatee High School AuditoriumTicket Information Coming Soon...

Elementary and K-8 schools will be dismissed at 1:00pm.

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

Spring Break - Manatee County School District Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Event Name: The Gallery at Rye RanchEvent Type: Art ShowEvent Location: Rye Ranch ElementaryEvent Date: March 31st 2027Event Time: 5-7pmEvent Description:  Each student will have a personally selected artwork on display.  Artworks will be chosen by each student throughout the year to showcase their strongest works in a gallery style event.“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Manatee High School AuditoriumFree Admission

Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/227148008550425?p=BtjxzRuhMQkntYS4M9Meeting ID:227 148 008 550 425Passcode:6rr7P74kNeed help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,898524302#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:898 524 302#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Dear District Heads, The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team is delighted to invite you to our annual “SPRINGFEST” celebration!SPRINGFEST will be held in the James Tillman Media Center, where you will have an opportunity to admire the beautiful artwork created by our talented students. We will also have a stage area in the cafeteria where each grade level will share their musical talents with a selection of beautiful songs.We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate the creativity and the accomplishments of our students.We hope to see you there!Warmly,The James Tillman Elementary Visual Arts Team Microsoft Teams meetingJoin:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/294982969296098?p=GDYPkIi33ZvsEfZCHdMeeting ID:294 982 969 296 098Passcode:KV79x7g7Need help?| System reference Dial in by phone+1 407-502-8485,,939404220#United States, OrlandoFind a local number Phone conference ID:939 404 220#For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Audio controls press * 6 to mute your line and *6 to unmute “Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.”

Cafeteria“Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Virtually all written communications to or from School District Personnel are public records available to the public and media upon request. E-mail sent or received on the School District system will be considered public and will only be withheld from disclosure if deemed confidential pursuant to State Law.” Check the concert notice for performance time, location, and ticket information.

Review the school calendar for the week's events and appreciation activities.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

LECOM Park1611 9th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Tickets will be "General Admission". No assigned or reserved seats.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

Hawkins Stadium at Manatee High School902 33rd St Ct W, Bradenton, FL 34205Graduates will receive tickets to distribute to guests.Each guest must present their ticket to be admitted.Can't make it to the stadium?Watch live on MSTV.

All schools will be dismissed early.Elementary Schools - 1:50 pmK-8 Schools - 1:50 pmMiddle Schools - 2:40 pmHigh Schools - 1:00 pm