District of Columbia Public Schools school calendar 2026–27
2026–27 school year
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First day of schoolMon, Aug 24, 2026District
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Parent-Teacher Conference DayTue, Oct 13, 2026District
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End of TermFri, Oct 30, 2026District
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Thanksgiving BreakWed, Nov 25 – Sun, Nov 29, 2026District5 days off
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Winter BreakMon, Dec 21, 2026 – Sun, Jan 3, 2027District14 days off
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Martin Luther King Jr. DayMon, Jan 18, 2027District
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Parent-Teacher Conference DayThu, Feb 11, 2027District
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Presidents' DayMon, Feb 15, 2027District
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Parent-Teacher Conference DayFri, Mar 12, 2027District
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Spring BreakMon, Mar 22 – Sun, Mar 28, 2027District7 days off
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DC Emancipation Day (observed)Thu, Apr 15, 2027District
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Wellness DayFri, May 14, 2027District
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Memorial DayMon, May 31, 2027District
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Last day of schoolThu, Jun 17, 2027District
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Questions parents ask
When does school start in District of Columbia Public Schools for 2026–27?
The first day of school for the 2026–27 school year is Mon, Aug 24, 2026, per the district’s published calendar. Charter and private schools in the area can set their own start dates.
When is spring break in District of Columbia Public Schools in 2027?
Spring break runs Mon, Mar 22, 2027 through Sun, Mar 28, 2027, inclusive. Students return on the next school day.
When is the last day of school in District of Columbia Public Schools for 2026–27?
The last day of the 2026–27 school year is Thu, Jun 17, 2027.
Do all District of Columbia Public Schools schools follow this calendar?
District-run public schools follow it, including the single no-school days the district sets. Charter and private schools set their own calendars, so if your school is one of those, check with the school directly before booking anything.
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