Colorado Springs School District 11 started its 2026–2027 school year on August 12, and today marks the beginning of week 3. With the early-year adjustment period largely complete, one calendar feature that can catch families off guard is only getting more relevant: D11 builds Monday late-start days into its schedule for the entire school year.

What Monday Late Starts Mean in Practice

On Monday late-start days, students arrive later than on a standard school day. Teachers report to school at the regular time and use the early morning hours for collaborative professional development — curriculum planning, training, or school improvement work — before students arrive.

The exact late-start time varies by school level. Elementary school students typically have a different delayed start than middle school or high school students. If you have children at multiple school levels, the times may not be identical, which affects carpool and dropoff coordination.

Families with children in before-school care programs should also confirm with their childcare provider whether Monday program hours are adjusted on late-start days. Some providers adjust their schedules; others do not.

Where to Find the Full Calendar

The D11 district calendar is posted at d11.org/calendars/district-calendar. The calendar includes all late-start Mondays for the full school year — worth bookmarking now so you are not caught off guard mid-fall when the carpool schedule has had time to solidify into habit.

Individual school websites also list their specific schedules. The D11 parent portal (accessed through d11.org) includes bell schedules for each campus.

Enrollment Is Still Open

If you have a child who is not yet enrolled in D11, enrollment is still open for the 2026–2027 school year. You can complete the process online at d11.org or in person at 1033 N. Franklin St. in Colorado Springs, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM MT. New families should note that some D11 schools also offer Monday late starts for enrollment orientation purposes — call ahead if you plan to visit on a Monday.

What's Next

D11's Monday late-start schedule continues throughout the year. Keep the district calendar saved or download it from d11.org. For school-specific questions about late-start timing, contact your school's main office directly. Families who need support navigating D11 resources — including food assistance, transportation, and after-school programs — can reach the district at d11.org or visit the district office at 1115 N. El Paso St. in Colorado Springs.