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 local boards of education for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools with additional flexibility in adopting their school calendars by removing the specified opening and closing dates. Requires that all first semester exams may be given before winter break. Applies beginning with the 2023-24 school year.