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Event Details 
Professional Development Day (Date set by school) All Day
Non-Instructional Day, Parent, School & Student
Monday January 12, 2026 is a pro d day for JQ staff. No school for JQ students.
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Event Details
PAC Meeting (January) 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
PAC, Parent
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Event Details
District Wide Pro D Day All Day
Non-Instructional Day (Board), Non-Instructional Day
