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Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
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DeKalb School District 428 Calendar (2026-2027)
Calendar by educounty.net
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 10-11, 2026 | Institute Day |
| Aug 12, 2026 | First Day School (1st-12th) Half Day |
| Aug 17, 2026 | First Day School (PK-Kinder) Full Day |
| Aug 21, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Sep 7, 2026 | NO SCHOOL |
| Sep 18, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Institute Day |
| Oct 12, 2026 | NO SCHOOL |
| Oct 16, 2026 | End of 1st QTR |
| Oct 23, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Nov 6, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Nov 20, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Nov 23-24, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences |
| Nov 25-27, 2026 | NO SCHOOL |
| Dec 4, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | PLC Day (Early Release) / End of 2nd QTR |
| Dec 21-31, 2026 | NO SCHOOL Winter Break |
| Jan 1, 2027 | NO SCHOOL Winter Break |
| Jan 15, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Jan 18, 2027 | NO SCHOOL |
| Jan 29, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Feb 12, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Feb 15, 2027 | NO SCHOOL |
| Feb 26, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Mar 4, 2027 | End of 3rd QTR |
| Mar 5, 2027 | Institute Day |
| Mar 12, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Mar 22-29, 2027 | NO SCHOOL Spring Break |
| Apr 9, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Apr 23, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| Apr 26, 2027 | NO SCHOOL |
| May 14, 2027 | PLC Day (Early Release) |
| May 20, 2027 | End 4th QTR / Last Day School (Half Day) |
| May 21-27, 2027 | Emergency Days |
DeKalb School District 428 Calendar 2026-2027 FAQ
When is the first day of school in DeKalb School District 428?
The first day of school for grades 1-12 is August 12, 2026 (Half Day). For Pre-K and Kindergarten, the first full day is August 17, 2026.
When is spring break 26-27 in DeKalb School District 428?
Spring break is scheduled from March 22nd through March 29th, 2027.
When is winter break (Christmas break) 26-27 in DeKalb School District 428?
Winter Break begins on December 21, 2026, and runs through January 1, 2027. Classes resume after the holiday.
When is Thanksgiving break in DeKalb School District 428?
There is no school for Thanksgiving break from November 25th to November 27th, 2026. Note that Parent/Teacher Conferences are held just before on November 23rd and 24th.
When is the last day of school in DeKalb School District 428?
The last day of school is scheduled for May 20, 2027, as a half day.
When are the Parent/Teacher Conferences?
Conferences are held on November 23 and November 24, 2026.
When does the first quarter end?
The end of the 1st Quarter is October 16, 2026.
Are there any Institute Days with no school for students?
Yes, Institute Days are scheduled for August 10-11, 2026, October 9, 2026, and March 5, 2027.
When are the 2027 Emergency Days scheduled?
Emergency days are built into the calendar from May 21 through May 27, 2027.
Calendar Disclaimer
Dates are sourced from the official DeKalb Community Unit School 428 Calendar 26-27 [PDF] website. Dates may change at the discretion of the district. Always verify with the official school website for the latest updates.
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