Academic calendar
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 11, 2026 – May 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
- School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
- School Year 2027-2028
Campus language
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A
- Aeros
- The official mascot and collective term used by students to refer to the Emerald High student body.
- ASB
- Associated Student Body, the student-led government responsible for campus activities and clubs.
D
- DECA
- Distributive Education Clubs of America, a student organization focused on business, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
H
- HOSA
- Future Health Professionals, a student organization for those interested in pursuing careers in the healthcare industry.
T
- The Union
- The Student Union building, which serves as the primary dining hall and social hub for students during lunch.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- Aero Time
- A designated flex or advisory period in the weekly schedule used for academic support, club meetings, and enrichment.
- Building A
- The main administration building housing the library, counseling offices, and school leadership.
- Building B
- The three-story academic building containing the majority of general education classrooms.
- Building C
- The two-story academic building located adjacent to the central plaza.
- Building D
- The Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) building, which includes the school theater and arts classrooms.
- Building E
- The gymnasium and athletic complex, housing indoor sports facilities and locker rooms.
- Canvas
- The learning management system where teachers post course materials, assignments, and grades for individual tasks.
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- Emerald High Student Union
- Infinite Campus
- The digital portal (often called 'IC') used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and official schedules.
- Late Start Monday
- A weekly logistical convention where classes begin later than the standard Tuesday-Friday start time to allow for staff professional development.
- Student Union
- The central facility (Building F) used for dining, large gatherings, and student services.
- VAPA
- Common shorthand for Building D, the Visual and Performing Arts center.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 11, 2026 – May 26, 2027.
- How much campus context is included?
- 5 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
- Are all approved campus terms included?
- Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
- Where does this guide come from?
- Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.