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ACPS Transition Day Is August 10

Monday, August 10, 2026 · Amherst County, VA

Amherst County Public Schools' approved 2026-2027 calendar designates Monday, August 10, as Transition Day. Only pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, sixth-grade, and ninth-grade students attend school that day. The schedule is intended to give students entering those grade levels a transition day before the full school year begins. Families with students in the listed grades should follow their school's start-of-day instructions, while families in other grades should plan for the regular first day of school on Tuesday, August 11.

This local community update for Amherst County, VA is scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026 and is presented by Scott Fogleman. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Amherst County, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Amherst County, VA

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Amherst County, VA.

August 2026 Schedule

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Saturday, August 1, 2026

Early Voting Ends Saturday

Amherst County voters who want to cast a ballot before Election Day have through Saturday, August 1, for early in-person voting in Virginia's 2026 primary. The state election calendar sets Tuesday, August 4, as Election...

Monday, August 3, 2026

Amherst EDA Meets August 3

The Town of Amherst's 2026 meeting calendar lists an Economic Development Authority meeting for Monday, August 3, at 5:15 PM. The meeting is scheduled at Town Hall, 174 S. Main Street, Amherst. The calendar identifies t...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Virginia Primary Election Day Arrives

Virginia's 2026 primary election is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, with Amherst County included in the official election schedule. The election covers offices appearing on the November general-election ballot, along w...

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Planning Commission Meets August 5

The Town of Amherst's 2026 meeting calendar schedules the Planning Commission for Wednesday, August 5, at 7:00 PM. The meeting is listed for Town Hall at 174 S. Main Street, Amherst, where town meetings are generally he...

Thursday, August 6, 2026

ACPS Open House Set For August 6

Amherst County Public Schools' approved 2026-2027 calendar schedules an Open House for Thursday, August 6, from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM at all schools. The district-wide event gives students and families a chance to visit th...

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

ACPS Classes Begin August 11

The first day of the 2026-2027 school year for Amherst County Public Schools is Tuesday, August 11. The approved district calendar identifies August 11 as the first day of school following the August 10 transition day....

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