Are Illinois Schools Closed on Veterans Day?
But what about schools -- is Veterans Day considered a school holiday in Illinois?
While some do observe the day, others don't. And thus, the answer depends on which school your child attends., Veterans Day isn't considered a"legal school holiday." However, the board does indicate that districts can choose to celebrate it. In those cases, the district considers it a"Not in Attendance" day, which means"no students are engaged in learning as determined by the local school board.Sign up for NBC Chicago newsletters.
NIA, the Board says,"is primarily used for breaks throughout the year as well as district-specific holidays." Other NIA days, the Board says, include Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Casmir Pulaski Day and Columbus Day.Local
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