Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
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HCPSS School Calendar (2026-2027)
School Calendar by educounty.net
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 13, 2026 | First day for staff |
| August 24, 2026 | First day for K-12 students |
| August 27, 2026 | First day for pre-K/RECC students |
| September 7, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Labor Day |
| September 21, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Yom Kippur |
| September 30, 2026 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day |
| October 16, 2026 | Schools closed for students – Staff Professional Day |
| October 28, 2026 | Schools closed for students – Staff Professional Day |
| November 3, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Election Day |
| November 23, 2026 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – ES/MS Parent/Teacher Conferences, HS Staff Professional Day |
| November 24, 2026 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – ES/MS Parent/Teacher Conferences |
| November 25, 2026 | Schools closed for students – Parent/Teacher Conferences |
| November 26, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Thanksgiving Holiday |
| November 27, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Thanksgiving Holiday |
| December 9, 2026 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day |
| December 24, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Winter Break |
| December 25, 2026 | Schools and offices closed – Winter Break |
| December 28, 2026 | Schools closed – Winter Break |
| December 29, 2026 | Schools closed – Winter Break |
| December 30, 2026 | Schools closed – Winter Break |
| December 31, 2026 | Schools closed – Winter Break |
| January 1, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Winter Break |
| January 14, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – ES Parent/Teacher Conferences; MS/HS Midterm Exams |
| January 15, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – ES Parent/Teacher Conferences; MS/HS Midterm Exams |
| January 18, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| January 19, 2027 | Schools closed for students – Staff Professional Day |
| February 3, 2027 | Schools closed for students – Staff Professional Day |
| February 15, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Presidents Day |
| March 9, 2027 | Schools closed for students – Eid al Fitr; Staff Professional Day |
| March 22, 2027 | Schools closed – Spring Break |
| March 23, 2027 | Schools closed – Spring Break |
| March 24, 2027 | Schools closed – Spring Break |
| March 25, 2027 | Schools closed – Spring Break |
| March 26, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Spring Break |
| March 29, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Spring Break |
| April 8, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day |
| May 17, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day |
| May 31, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Memorial Day |
| June 2, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day |
| June 7, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day (may become full day if inclement weather days are used) |
| June 8, 2027 | Schools close 3 hours early; No half-day Pre-K/RECC – Staff Professional Day – Last Scheduled Day (may become full day if inclement weather days are used) |
| June 9-11, 2027 | May be used as inclement weather days |
| June 18, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Juneteenth (observed) |
| July 5, 2027 | Schools and offices closed – Independence Day (observed) |
HCPSS 2026-2027 School Calendar – Frequently Asked Questions
When is the first day of school in HCPSS for 2026-2027?
The first day of school for K-12 students in HCPSS is August 24, 2026. Pre-K/RECC students begin on August 27, 2026.
When does Spring Break start in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Spring Break in HCPSS runs from March 22 through March 29, 2027. Schools are closed during this period.
When is Christmas Break in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Christmas Break is part of Winter Break and begins on December 24, 2026. Schools remain closed through January 1, 2027.
When is Winter Break in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Winter Break starts December 24, 2026 and continues through January 1, 2027, with schools reopening after the break in January 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break takes place on November 26 and November 27, 2026. Schools and offices are closed for the holiday.
When is the last day of school in HCPSS 2026-2027?
The last scheduled day of school is June 8, 2027. This may change if inclement weather days are used.
When is Labor Day in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026. Schools and offices are closed.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 18, 2027. Schools and offices are closed.
When is Presidents Day in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Presidents Day is observed on February 15, 2027. Schools and offices are closed.
Are there professional development days in HCPSS 2026-2027?
Yes. Staff Professional Days (schools closed for students) are scheduled on October 16, 2026; October 28, 2026; January 19, 2027; and February 3, 2027, along with several early dismissal professional development days throughout the year.
Calendar Disclaimer
Dates are sourced from the official HCPSS Howard County MD Calendar 26-27 Updates website. Dates may change at the discretion of the district. Always verify with the official school website for the latest updates.