The Pasco County Schools calendar for the 2026-2027 school year covers all academic events, student attendance days, school holidays, teacher planning days, professional development, grading periods, and early-release days in Pasco County, Florida. The calendar was approved by the School Board on November 4, 2025. The first day of school is August 13, 2026, and the final student day is May 28, 2027.
Pasco County Schools 2026-2027 Student Calendar
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 13, 2026 | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | October 12, 2026 | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23 - 27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | January 4, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Break | March 22 - 26, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | March 29, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2027 | School Closes |
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About Pasco County Schools
Pasco County Schools is the public school district serving students and families throughout Pasco County, Florida. The district's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, with a vision of helping every student succeed in college, career, and life. It serves approximately 86,000 students and offers educational opportunities across a range of grade levels and learning pathways.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first day of school is Thursday, August 13, 2026, according to the approved student/teacher calendar.
The last day for students is Friday, May 28, 2027.
The Spring break is scheduled for March 22-26, 2027. March 29 is a non-student day i.e. teacher planning day.
The Thanksgiving break runs from November 23 through November 27, 2026. Students do not attend school during this period.
The dates for Christmas/ Winter Break are December 21 through January 1, 2027. January 4 is a non-student day i.e. teacher planning day. Students return to classes on January 5.
Teacher Planning Days and Early Release
The dates of teacher planning and professional development days are mentioned separately on the school calendar of Pasco County Schools. These days are the non-student days i.e. student holiday. These days are important for parents and families because students may be out of school. Even when the day is not a public holiday, these dates are also important for teachers and staff.
The calendar also specifies early release days during the school year. Parents should confirm the dismissal times with their child’s school. The calendar only shows the early release days but does not provide information about the individual school dismissal timings. Parents need to confirm the timings with the school itself.
Families should note that teacher planning and professional development days can affect childcare arrangements, while certain dates in February and April are reserved for possible student make-up time.
Important Make-Up Day Information
There are two dates in the calendar i.e. February 12 and April 16, 2027 which are marked with an asterisk. The district states that these dates will convert to “No School” days if they are not needed for make-up time after the first semester.
The calendar also reserves June 1-4, 2027, as extended closure student make-up days. Families should not assume that these dates are ordinary vacation days without checking for official district updates.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Pasco County Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | Key Dates academic calendar.
Official Source: Visit the Pasco County Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | Key Dates 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 Pasco County Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | Key Dates 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.