Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
Shaker Heights City School District 2026–27 calendar dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 12-17, 2026 | Professional Days for Staff |
| Aug 18, 2026 | First Day of School for K-12 Students (Staggered Start) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | First Day of School for Ludlow PreK Students |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day, All Schools and Offices Closed |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Yom Kippur, All Schools and Offices Closed |
| Oct 30, 2026 | PreK-Grade 12 Conferences, No Classes for Students PreK-Grade 12 |
| Nov 2, 2026 | PreK-Grade 12 Conferences, No Classes for Students PreK-Grade 12 |
| Nov 3, 2026 | Election Day, Professional Learning for Staff, No Classes for Students PreK-Grade 12 |
| Nov 23-25, 2026 | Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open |
| Nov 26-27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break, Schools and Offices Closed |
| Dec 21-31, 2026 | Winter Break, Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open (except Dec. 24, 25 and 31) |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Winter Break, Schools & Administrative Offices Closed |
| Jan 15, 2027 | PreK-Grade 12 Professional / Clerical Day, No Classes for Students |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Schools and Offices Closed |
| Feb 12, 2027 | PreK-Grade 12 Conferences, No Classes for Students PreK-Grade 12 |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents' Day, Schools and Offices Closed |
| Mar 19, 2027 | PreK-Grade 12 Professional / Clerical Day, No Classes for Students |
| Mar 22-29, 2027 | Spring Recess, Schools Closed, Administrative Offices Open |
| May 21, 2027 | Last Day for Ludlow PreK Students |
| May 28, 2027 | Last Day for K-12 Students |
| May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day, Offices Closed |
| Jun 1-2, 2027 | PreK-Grade 12 Professional Day |
| Jun 2, 2027 | Last Day for Staff |
Shaker Heights City School District Calendar 2026-2027 FAQs
When is the first day of school in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
The first day of school for K-12 students is August 18, 2026. PreK students begin on August 25, 2026.
When is spring break in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
Spring break (Spring Recess) is from March 22 to March 29, 2027.
When is Christmas break in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
Christmas break is part of the winter break and falls between December 21 and December 31, 2026.
When is winter break in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
Winter break runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving break is November 26-27, 2026. Schools are also closed November 23-25, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
The last day of school for K-12 students is May 28, 2027. The last day for PreK students is May 21, 2027.
Are there teacher workdays or no-school days during the year?
Yes, there are several no-school days for students including January 15, 2027 and March 19, 2027 for professional or clerical work.
When is Labor Day in the 2026-2027 school calendar?
Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026, and schools are closed.
Is there a break in February 2027?
Yes, schools are closed on February 15, 2027 for Presidents' Day, and February 12, 2027 is a conference day with no classes for students.
When does winter break end in Shaker Heights City School District 2026-2027?
Winter break ends on January 1, 2027, with students returning after the holiday period.
Dates can change after publication. Read our calendar disclaimer.