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Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
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Desert Sands Unified School District Calendar (2026-2027)
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| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2026 | 4th of July (Observed) |
| Aug 12-14, 2026 | New Teachers Inservice |
| Aug 17-18, 2026 | Teacher Preparation |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Instruction Begins |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Professional Development / Non-School Day |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Veterans Day |
| Nov 23-25, 2026 | Schools Closed |
| Nov 26-27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Holiday |
| Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 | Winter Break |
| Dec 24-25, 2026 | Classified Holiday |
| Dec 31, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | Classified Holiday |
| Jan 11, 2027 | Professional Development / Non-School Day |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Day |
| Feb 8, 2027 | Lincoln’s Day Observance |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents’ Day |
| Apr 5-9, 2027 | Spring Break |
| May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day |
| Jun 4, 2027 | Last Day of School |
| Jun 18, 2027 | Juneteenth (Observed) |
Desert Sands Unified School District Calendar 2026-2027 – Important Dates
When is the first day of school in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Desert Sands Unified School District for the 2026-2027 school year is August 19, 2026.
When is spring break in Desert Sands Unified School District 2027?
Spring Break in Desert Sands Unified School District for the 2026-2027 school year is scheduled from April 5 to April 9, 2027.
When is Christmas break in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026?
Christmas break for Desert Sands Unified School District falls during Winter Break from December 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027.
When is winter break in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Desert Sands Unified School District runs from December 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026?
Thanksgiving Break in Desert Sands Unified School District is November 26–27, 2026, with schools also closed November 23–25, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Desert Sands Unified School District 2027?
The last day of school for Desert Sands Unified School District for the 2026-2027 academic year is June 4, 2027.
Is there a Labor Day holiday in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026?
Yes, Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026, and there is no school in Desert Sands Unified School District.
Is Veterans Day observed in Desert Sands Unified School District 2026?
Yes, Veterans Day is observed on November 11, 2026, and schools are closed in Desert Sands Unified School District.
Is there a Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday in Desert Sands Unified School District 2027?
Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 18, 2027, and there is no school.
Is Memorial Day a holiday in Desert Sands Unified School District 2027?
Yes, Memorial Day is observed on May 31, 2027, and schools are closed.
Calendar Disclaimer
Dates are sourced from the official Desert Sands USD Calendar 26-27 Revised [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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