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Duval County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | DCPS

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The Duval County Public Schools Calendar is available now for the 2026-2027 school year. It includes the first and last days of school, student holidays, Thanksgiving and winter breaks, spring break, grading-period, and teacher planning days. The school year begins on Monday, August 10, 2026, and ends on Friday, May 28, 2027. All the important dates, events, holidays, etc are mentioned in it. Do keep a check on the school calendar and download it for your use. Families can use the dates below to organize childcare, vacations, school activities, and other commitments throughout the academic year.

First Day
August 10, 2026
Last Day
May 28, 2027
Next Day Off
Veterans Day in 10 days

DCPS Student Calendar 2026-2027

EventDate(s)Status
First Day of SchoolAugust 10, 2026School Opens
Labor DaySeptember 7, 2026No School
Employee planning/in-serviceOctober 12, 2026No School
Professional development dayOctober 13, 2026No School
Veterans DayNovember 11, 2026No School
Thanksgiving BreakNovember 23 - 27, 2026No School
Winter BreakDecember 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027No School
Employee planning/in-serviceJanuary 4, 2027No School
Professional development dayJanuary 5, 2027No School
MLK Jr. DayJanuary 18, 2027No School
Presidents' DayFebruary 15, 2027No School
Professional development dayMarch 11, 2027No School
Spring BreakMarch 15 - 19, 2027No School
Last Day of SchoolMay 28, 2027School Closes

Extended Time Off

Thanksgiving Break
9 days
Nov 21 - Nov 29, 2026
Winter Break
16 days
Dec 19 - Jan 3, 2027
Spring Break
9 days
Mar 13 - Mar 21, 2027

Additional Important Dates

Teacher Planning Days and Professional Development

There are many weekdays which are specifically reserved for employee planning, in-service activities, and professional development. These dates are important for teachers preparing for instruction and for families who need to arrange care when students are not attending classes.

The 2026-2027 calendar specify non-student dates:

  • October 12-13, 2026

  • January 4-5, 2027

  • March 11-12, 2027

The exact activity differs by date. Some are identified as employee planning/in-service days, while others are professional development days. They should not be treated as ordinary student attendance days.

Weather Makeup Days for 2026-2027

Duval County Public Schools has designated four weather makeup days for the spring semester:

  • March 29, 2027

  • April 26, 2027

  • June 1, 2027

  • June 2, 2027

     

Grading Periods and Academic Planning

Grading Period End Date
First grading period Friday, October 9, 2026
Second grading period Friday, December 18, 2026
Third grading period Wednesday, March 10, 2027
Fourth grading period Friday, May 28, 2027

 

Duval County Public Schools Calendar for Students & Families 2026-27

First/Last Day Holiday Extended Break Weekend

August 2026

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First Day
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September 2026

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Labor Day
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October 2026

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November 2026

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Veterans Day
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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December 2026

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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break

January 2027

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Employee planning/in-service
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Professional development day
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MLK Day
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February 2027

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Pres. Day
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March 2027

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Professional development day
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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April 2027

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May 2027

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Last Day
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DCPS Student Calendar 2026-2027

EventDate(s)Status
First Day of SchoolAugust 10, 2027School Opens
Labor DaySeptember 6, 2027No School
Employee planning/in-serviceOctober 11, 2027No School
Veterans DayNovember 11, 2027No School
Thanksgiving BreakNovember 22 - 26, 2027No School
Winter BreakDecember 20 - 31, 2027No School
Employee planning/in-serviceJanuary 3, 2028No School
Professional development dayJanuary 4, 2028No School
MLK Jr. DayJanuary 17, 2028No School
Presidents' DayFebruary 21, 2028No School
Spring BreakMarch 13 - 17, 2028No School
Employee planning/in-serviceMarch 20, 2028No School
Professional development dayMarch 21, 2028No School
Last Day of SchoolMay 26, 2028School Closes

Extended Time Off

Thanksgiving Break
9 days
Nov 20 - Nov 28, 2027
Winter Break
16 days
Dec 18 - Jan 2, 2028
Spring Break
9 days
Mar 11 - Mar 19, 2028

Duval County Public Schools Calendar for Students & Families 2026-27

First/Last Day Holiday Extended Break Weekend

August 2027

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First Day
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September 2027

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October 2027

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November 2027

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Veterans Day
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving
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December 2027

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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break
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Winter Break

January 2028

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MLK Day
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February 2028

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March 2028

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Spring Break
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Professional development day
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Last Day
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Download Official School Calendar

About Duval County Public Schools

Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) is the public school district serving Jacksonville and Duval County, Florida. The district provides educational services to students across the county through its network of public schools and educational programs. For the most accurate information about school dates, closures, and calendar revisions, families should consult the official Duval County Public Schools website.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Duval County Public Schools begins the 2026-2027 school year on Monday, August 10, 2026.

The scheduled last day of school is Friday, May 28, 2027. Please note that the district has reserved additional weather makeup days in case closures require instructional time to be recovered.

The Thanksgiving break runs from Monday, November 23, through Friday, November 27, 2026.

The Winter break begins on Monday, December 21, 2026 through Friday, January 1, 2027. Employee planning and professional development days are scheduled for January 4 and 5 before the regular student schedule resumes.

Spring break is scheduled for Monday, March 15, through Friday, March 19, 2027. March 12 is a non-student day i.e. Employee Planning/Inservice

What Parents Should Know About the DCPS Calendar

A school calendar is most useful for students and families. They can actually use it and turn it into a practical planning tool. Here are three ways to make the Duval County calendar easier to manage.

  • Arrange childcare early: Mark employee planning days, professional development days, and longer school breaks on your family calendar.

  • Check the calendar before booking trips: Make sure to use the confirmed school closures as a starting point, but verify the latest official schedule before paying for travel.

  • Keep an eye on weather announcements: The designated makeup days may affect the end-of-year schedule if weather-related closures occur.

Families should also remember that district-wide dates do not necessarily answer every school-specific question. Individual schools may communicate additional information about testing, events, extracurricular activities, and transportation.

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About This Calendar

Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Duval County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | DCPS academic calendar.

Official Source: Visit the Duval County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | DCPS 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 Duval County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | DCPS 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.

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