Polk County fl Public Schools 26 27 2026–27 calendar dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | First Day of School for Students |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day Holiday |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Oct 15, 2026 | End of First 9-Week Grading Period |
| Oct 16, 2026 | No School for Students |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Veterans Day Holiday |
| Nov 20, 2026 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Nov 23-27, 2026 | Fall Break |
| Dec 18, 2026 | End of First Semester / Student Early Dismissal |
| Dec 21, 2026 | Winter Break Begins |
| Jan 1, 2027 | New Year’s Day Holiday |
| Jan 4, 2027 | No School for Students |
| Jan 6, 2027 | Students Return After Winter Break |
| Jan 15, 2027 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday |
| Feb 12, 2027 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents’ Day Holiday |
| Mar 11, 2027 | End of Third 9-Week Grading Period |
| Mar 12, 2027 | Student Early Dismissal |
| Mar 15-19, 2027 | Spring Break |
| Mar 26, 2027 | No School for Students |
| Apr 23, 2027 | Student Early Dismissal |
| May 1-27, 2027 | Graduation Ceremonies |
| May 27, 2027 | Last Day of School for Students |
| May 28, 2027 | Last Teacher Work Day |
Polk County Public Schools Calendar 2026–2027 – Important FAQs
When is the first day of school in Polk County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 calendar year?
The first day of school for students in Polk County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year is Monday, August 10, 2026.
When is spring break in Polk County Public Schools for 2027?
Spring break for Polk County Public Schools takes place from Monday, March 15 through Friday, March 19, 2027.
When is Christmas break in Polk County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 school year?
Christmas break for Polk County Public Schools begins on Monday, December 21, 2026.
When is winter break in Polk County Public Schools?
Winter break in Polk County Public Schools begins on Monday, December 21, 2026, and students return to school on Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break in Polk County Public Schools?
Thanksgiving break (Fall Break) for Polk County Public Schools runs from Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 27, 2026.
What is the last day of school in Polk County Public Schools for the 2026–2027 calendar year?
The last day of school for students in Polk County Public Schools is Thursday, May 27, 2027.
Are there early dismissal days in the Polk County Public Schools 2026–2027 calendar?
Yes, Polk County Public Schools has multiple early dismissal days during the 2026–2027 school year, including September 4, October 2, October 30, November 20, December 18, January 15, February 12, March 12, April 23, and May 27.
Are there any major holidays observed during the 2026–2027 school year?
Major holidays observed include Labor Day on September 7, 2026; Veterans Day on November 11, 2026; New Year’s Day on January 1, 2027; Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 18, 2027; and Presidents’ Day on February 15, 2027.