Under current law, GS 115C-84.2(d) sets the parameters within which local boards of education must determine the opening and closing dates of public schools under subdivision (a)(1) of this statute.  Amends GS 115C-84.2(d) to provide the specified local board of education with additional flexibility in adopting its school calendar. Limits application of this provision to the Beaufort County Schools, Craven County Schools, Dare County Schools, Hyde County Schools, Pamlico County Schools, and Washington County Schools. Applies beginning with the 2017-18 school year.