The official 2026-2027 academic calendar for the School District of Manatee County lists August 10, 2026, as the first day of school and May 27, 2027, as the last day for students. The calendar includes 180 instructional days, divided into four grading quarters. It also identifies Thanksgiving and spring breaks, teacher planning days, professional learning early releases, and district holidays. The calendar covers the district's 2026-2027 academic year. Below is the school-year schedule and the important dates families, students, and teachers should know.
Manatee County School District 2026-2027 Student Holidays
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 10, 2026 | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | No School |
| Record Day | October 12, 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 |
| Teachers Return/Record Day | January 4, 2027 | No School |
| District Inservice | January 5, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 | No School |
| Record Day | March 12, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Break | March 15 - 19, 2027 | No School |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 27, 2027 | School Closes |
Extended Time Off
Additional Important Dates
Professional Development & Teacher Workdays
The calendar identifies school inservice, district inservice, teacher workdays, and record days. These dates are useful for staff planning and are also relevant to families because students may not attend.
| Staff Calendar Event | Date |
|---|---|
| School Inservice / Teacher Workday | Monday, August 3, 2026 |
| District Inservice | Tuesday, August 4, 2026 |
| Teacher Workdays | Wednesday, August 5–Thursday, August 6, 2026 |
| District Inservice | Friday, August 7, 2026 |
| Record Day | No School for Students | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
| Professional Learning Early Release | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 |
| Teachers Return / Record Day | Monday, January 4, 2027 |
| District Inservice | Tuesday, January 5, 2027 |
| Professional Learning Early Release | Wednesday, February 10, 2027 |
| Record Day | No School for Students | Friday, March 12, 2027 |
| Record Day / Last Day for Teachers | Friday, May 28, 2027 |
Grading Period Dates
| Grading Period | End Date | Student Days |
|---|---|---|
| First Quarter | Friday, October 9, 2026 | 44 |
| Second Quarter | Friday, December 18, 2026 | 43 |
| Third Quarter | Thursday, March 11, 2027 | 45 |
| Fourth Quarter | Thursday, May 27, 2027 | 48 |
| Semester | End Date | Student Days |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Friday, December 18, 2026 | 87 |
| Second Semester | Thursday, May 27, 2027 | 93 |
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About Manatee County School District
The School District of Manatee County is the public education authority serving students and families throughout Manatee County, Florida. Headquartered in Bradenton, the district serves more than 53,800 students and employs over 5,800 people, making it one of the county's largest employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first day for students is Monday, August 10, 2026.
The last day for students is Thursday, May 27, 2027. Teachers have a separate final Record Day afterward.
The district calendar lists 180 instructional days: 87 days in the first semester and 93 days in the second semester.
Spring break runs from Monday, March 15, through Friday, March 19, 2027. March 12 is a non-student day i.e. Record Day.
No. The calendar explicitly identifies Record Days as no-school days for students. Teacher workdays and district inservice days are also employee-focused scheduling days rather than regular student attendance days.
Early Release Days and Special Schedules
Students and families must note that, as per the school calendar, the early release schedule differs by school category.
Families should pay particular attention to these distinctions:
Elementary early release: The calendar identifies separate early-release dates for elementary schools. These should not automatically be treated as early-dismissal days for every grade level.
High school early release: High schools have a special early-release schedule during the December examination period.
Professional learning early release: These district-scheduled dates are intended for professional learning and involve an adjusted student dismissal schedule.
End-of-year early release: All schools have an early-release arrangement during the final three days of the academic year.
Parents should confirm the actual dismissal time with their child’s school, especially when arranging transportation, after-school care or extracurricular activities.
Important Calendar Notes for Families
The district calendar includes several additional dates and observances worth knowing:
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Religious observances: Rosh Hashana (September 11-13), Yom Kippur (September 20-21), Hanukkah (December 4-11) and Passover (April 21-29).
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Hurricane make-up days: November 23-24, December 21-22 and January 5 are identified as possible make-up days if needed.
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Middle and high school examinations: The December and May examination periods are listed as tentative, with exact dates to be determined.
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Summer school: The calendar lists summer school beginning in June 2027 and ending in July 2027, with exact dates still to be determined.
The religious observances are listed on the academic calendar but are not individually identified as district-wide school closures.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Manatee County School District Calendar 2026-2027 academic calendar.
Official Source: Visit the Manatee County School District Calendar 2026-2027 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 Manatee County School District Calendar 2026-2027 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.