Looking for the Broward County Schools Calendar for the 2026-2027 school year? Broward County Public Schools (BCPS), located in Broward County, Florida, has published its districtwide calendar with important dates for students, families, and employees. The schedule includes the first and last days of school, holidays, Thanksgiving and winter breaks, spring break, employee planning days, early release days, and report card dates.
2026-2027 School Calendar Key Dates
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
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| First Day of School | August 10, 2026 | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | No School |
| Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | September 21, 2026 | No School |
| Employee planning | October 12, 2026 | No School |
| Employee planning | November 3, 2026 | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23 - 27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 | No School |
| Employee Planning (Student Holiday) | January 4, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 | No School |
| Schools Closed | March 10, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Break | March 22 - 26, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2027 | School Closes |
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About Broward County Public Schools
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the public school district serving Broward County, Florida. It provides educational services to students across the county through its network of public schools and educational programs.
The district's academic calendar helps students, parents, teachers, and school staff keep track of important dates throughout the school year. It includes student attendance days, school holidays, employee planning days, early release schedules, and reporting milestones.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is Monday, August 10, 2026.
The last day of school is Friday, May 28, 2027. The date is also marked as an early release day on the calendar.
The dates for Spring break are from Monday, March 22, through Friday, March 26, 2027.
The district's winter break covers December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Monday, January 4 is a employee planning day i.e. no school for students. And students return to classes on January 5.
Yes. The district states that the calendar is subject to change. Please check the official district calendar before relying on a date for travel or other important plans.
What Parents Should Know
A school calendar is most useful when it is part of your family’s everyday planning. These steps can help you prepare for the school year:
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Arrange childcare early: Employee planning days and school closures may require alternate care, even outside major holiday periods.
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Check transportation arrangements: Early release days can change the usual timing of pickups and after-school activities.
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Plan travel around confirmed breaks: Avoid assuming that a school closure applies to every program or school without checking the applicable calendar.
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Keep school communications handy: Individual schools may provide additional instructions about events, transportation, and student schedules.
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Recheck dates before important plans: Broward County Public Schools states that its calendar may change, with updates communicated and reflected digitally.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Broward County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | BCPS Holidays academic calendar.
Official Source: Visit the Broward County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | BCPS Holidays official calendar source.
How We Adapt the Calendar: Florida School Dates converts district calendar documents into a parent-friendly view focused on student attendance, holidays, breaks, and downloadable calendar files.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Broward County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | BCPS Holidays or the Florida Department of Education. While we strive for accuracy, always verify important dates with the official district website before making travel, childcare, work, or attendance plans.