Winter break is a great chance for families to enjoy quality time together. Whether you’re planning a cozy staycation or preparing for holiday celebrations, knowing the break dates helps you make the most of this festive season.
Here are the winter break dates for Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54 for the 2024-2025 school year, along with some fun ideas to make this holiday season memorable for your family.
Winter break dates for Schaumburg District 54
- Start date: Dec. 21, 2024
- End date: Jan. 3, 2025
- Back to school date: Jan. 6, 2024
Check out the full 2024-2025 school year calendar.
Winter break activities in Chicagoland
Here are some fun activities to keep your kids entertained and make this winter break extra memorable. For more ideas, donโt miss our complete guide to winter break activities.
- Enjoy a holiday lights tour. Take a stroll or drive through Chicagoland’s best holiday lights displays, from neighborhood favorites to grand attractions โ we personally love Chicago Botanic Garden’s Lightscape!
- Visit a museum. Make the most of your time off with a family museum day. Winter break is your last chance to see Kohl Childrenโs Museumโs Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails! before it leaves on Jan. 5.
- Give back to the community. Teach the kids about kindness and community spirit. Many organizations welcome families to volunteer over winter break, from helping at food banks to creating care packages.
- Have a cozy day at home. Plan a winter wonderland indoors with holiday crafts, movie marathons and hot cocoa.
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