Early Release- Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Notice: Schoolwide Early Release Day on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
All elementary students will be released at 1:25 pm.
All secondary students will be released at 1:35 pm.
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Early Release- Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Notice: Schoolwide Early Release Day on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
All elementary students will be released at 1:25 pm.
All secondary students will be released at 1:35 pm.
All elementary students will be released at 1:25 pm.
All secondary students will be released at 1:35 pm.
Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony
The FAMU Developmental Research School (DRS) Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. The ceremony, held at Lee Hall Auditorium, marks the final celebration for the Senior Class.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Baby Rattlers—Your Bright Futures Begin Now! 🎓
Upcoming Events
Early Release Day (Students Only) Inservice Day (Teachers)
Time: 1:35 PM
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Middle and High School Exam Days/Early Release (All Schools)
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Middle and High School Exam Days/Early Release (All Schools)
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Last Day of School/End of Fourth Nine Weeks/End of Semester
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Middle and High School Exam Days/Early Release (All Schools)
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Memorial Day Holiday (Districtwide)
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Teacher Planning/Inservice Day
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
Teacher Planning/Inservice Day
Location: FAMU DRS: 400 W. Orange Ave. Tallahassee, Florida 32307
THE FAMU DRS STRIKE OF EXCELLENCE AT A GLANCE
- Above State Average - Graduation Rate
- 16:1 - Student Teacher Ratio
- Collegiate & Technical Dual Enrollment Opportunities
- Located on the Campus of Florida A&M University
- State Championship Athletics
- Engaging Extracurriculars Offered