County Schools Calendar 2026-2027: First Day, Breaks & Last Day by County

County Schools Calendar 2026-2027: First Day, Breaks & Last Day by County

County schools calendar 2026-2027, checked against the official source

Find the first day of school, holidays, spring break, teacher workdays and last day for your county school district. Every page links to the district’s own calendar and shows when we last checked it.

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First dayWhen students return
BreaksFall, winter, spring
No-school daysHolidays and workdays
Last dayPlus weather make-up days

School calendar basics for 2026-2027

There is no national school calendar in the United States. States set the minimum number of instructional days or hours, and each local school board approves its own calendar. That is why the county schools calendar next door can start a week earlier than yours.

When does school start?

Most public schools open between early August and Labor Day, September 7, 2026. Southern states such as Texas, Georgia and Florida often open in late July or early August. Many northeastern states, including New York and Pennsylvania, open after Labor Day.

When does school end?

Most districts finish between late May and late June 2027. Southern districts usually end earlier; northeastern and midwestern districts often run into mid or late June.

How many school days are there?

Most states require about 175 to 180 instructional days. Some measure hours instead of days, and Minnesota requires 165 days for 2026-2027. Your district’s calendar is the final word.

Thanksgiving and spring break

Many districts close the week of November 23 to 27, 2026. Most spring breaks fall in March or April 2027, and the exact week differs by district.

Browse county school calendars by state

Choose your state to see the county and district calendars we cover. We add states in batches and verify each page before it goes live.

    What you get on every county page

    • First day, last day, and semester dates
    • Holidays, fall, winter and spring breaks
    • Teacher workdays and early release days
    • Grading-period end dates
    • Inclement-weather and hurricane make-up days
    • Instructional-day count
    • Printable PDF and month-by-month view
    • Calendar feed for Google, Apple and Outlook
    • Separate dates for traditional, year-round and modified calendars
    • Last year and next year, side by side
    • Neighboring counties for easy comparison
    • Link to the official district calendar and the date we last checked

    Planning ahead: 2027-2028 school calendars

    Many boards approve calendars two years ahead. Anne Arundel County, MD starts classes August 30, 2027, and Hillsborough County, FL approved its 2027-2028 calendar in July 2026. Chesapeake, VA opens September 7, 2027. We add each county’s next-year calendar as soon as the board approves it, so you can plan vacations and childcare early.

    Examples of approved 2027-2028 start dates
    DistrictStateFirst day 2027-2028
    Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsMDAug 30, 2027
    Chesapeake Public SchoolsVASep 7, 2027
    Albuquerque Public SchoolsNMAug 6, 2027

    How we verify every date

    Different websites often show different dates for the same district, because boards revise calendars and some districts run several calendars at once. We handle this in four ways:

    • Official source first. Each date comes from the board-approved calendar, and we link to it.
    • Last checked date. Every page shows when we last compared it with the district.
    • Changelog. When a district changes a date, the page records what changed and when.
    • Corrections. Spot an error? Use the report link on any page and we will review it promptly.

    County Schools Calendar is independent and not affiliated with any school district or government agency. Always confirm important dates with your district.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I find my county schools calendar?

    Type your county or district name in the search box, or choose your state. Each county page lists the first day, holidays, breaks, teacher workdays and last day, with a link to the district’s official calendar.

    When does school start in 2026-2027?

    Most US public schools start between early August and Labor Day (September 7, 2026). Southern states often start in late July or early August, while many northeastern states start after Labor Day. Your district sets its own date.

    Is there one national school calendar?

    No. States set minimum instructional days or hours and local school boards approve the final calendar, so dates differ by county and district.

    How many days are in a school year?

    Most states require about 175 to 180 instructional days. Some states measure instructional hours instead of days, so check your state and district.

    Why can two websites show different dates for the same county?

    School boards revise calendars, and some districts run several calendars at once, such as traditional, year-round and modified. Sites that copy dates without rechecking fall behind. We show the source and the date we last checked each page.

    Can I add a school calendar to Google, Apple or Outlook Calendar?

    Yes. County pages offer a calendar feed you can subscribe to, so changes reach your phone automatically.

    Are you the school district?

    No. County Schools Calendar is independent and not affiliated with any school district or government agency. Always confirm important dates with your district.