Schools
When Does School Start in Johnston?
Here are the start dates for schools that Johnston kids attend.

Don't tell the kids, but summer is more than half over.
Oh sure, they have more days for playing in the pool, summer sports and hanging around the neighborhood. But by now, parents are beginning to think about scheduling school physicals, checking on school open houses and getting school supplies.
So pencil in these school start dates and click on the links for the school calendar you need. Then stop worrying; you've got it covered.
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- Johnston Schools begin Thursday, Aug. 16
- Urbandale schools begin Monday, Aug. 20.
- Rolling Green Elementary in Urbandale starts on Thursday, July 26
- Des Moines Christian's first day of school is Wednesday, Aug. 22.
- Waukee Schools begin Wednesday, Aug. 15.
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