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McDowell County Schools NC Calendar 26-27

Key dates, holidays, breaks, a downloadable calendar, and frequently asked questions for the 2026–27 school year.

Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027

McDowell County Schools Calendar 26-27 [PDF]

McDowell County Schools 2026–27 calendar dates

DateEvent
Aug 17, 2026Workday
Aug 18-19, 2026Professional Development
Aug 20-21, 2026Workdays
Sep 7, 2026Holiday (Labor Day)
Oct 23, 2026Workday
Nov 11, 2026Holiday (Veterans Day)
Nov 25, 2026Workday
Nov 26-27, 2026Holidays (Thanksgiving)
Dec 21-23, 2026Annual Leave
Dec 24-26, 2026Holidays (Christmas)
Dec 29-31, 2026Annual Leave
Jan 1, 2027Holiday (New Year's Day)
Jan 4, 2027Workday
Jan 18, 2027Holiday (MLK Day)
Jan 19, 2027Workday
Feb 12, 2027Professional Development
Mar 12, 2027Professional Development (1/2 day)
Mar 26, 2027Workday
Mar 29, 2027Holiday
Mar 30-31, 2027Annual Leave
Apr 1-2, 2027Annual Leave
May 7, 2027Professional Development (1/2 day)
May 31, 2027Holiday (Memorial Day)
June 7-11, 2027Workdays
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McDowell Early College and McDowell Academy for Innovation 2026-2027 Calendar FAQ

When is the first day of school for the 2026-2027 year?
The first day of school for students is August 6, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break 2026 at McDowell Early College/MAI?
Thanksgiving break is November 26-27, 2026. Note that November 25 is a Teacher Workday.
When is Christmas/Winter break 2026-2027?
Winter break runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Students return after the Teacher Workday on January 4.
When is Spring Break 26-27 at McDowell Early College/MAI?
Spring break includes a holiday on March 29, 2027 (in lieu of Good Friday), followed by Annual Leave days from March 30 through April 2, 2027.
When is the last day of school for the 2026-2027 year?
The last day of school for students is May 25, 2027.
Are there any other major holidays where school is closed?
Key holidays include:
  • Labor Day: September 7, 2026
  • Veteran's Day: November 11, 2026
  • MLK Jr. Day: January 18, 2027
  • Memorial Day Observed: May 28, 2027
What is the policy for inclement weather make-up days?
Calendar dates are subject to change if inclement weather necessitates, and make-up days may occur on Saturdays.

Dates can change after publication. Read our calendar disclaimer.