Looking for the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027? The official calendar for Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Elementary and Secondary Schools has specified that students begin the school year on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and the last day of school is Thursday, June 3, 2027. As per the school calendar, there are 180 school days.
MDCPS Student Calendar 2026-2027 | Key Dates
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 13, 2026 | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | September 21, 2026 | No School |
| District-wide Professional Learning Day | November 3, 2026 | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23 - 27, 2026 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | December 18, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | January 15, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher Planning Day | March 10, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Break | March 22 - 26, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | June 3, 2027 | School Closes |
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Additional Important Dates
Grading Period Dates
| Grading Period | Start Date | End Date | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Grading Period | Thursday, August 13, 2026 | Friday, October 16, 2026 | 45 |
| Second Grading Period | Monday, October 19, 2026 | Thursday, January 14, 2027 | 46 |
| Third Grading Period | Tuesday, January 19, 2027 | Friday, March 19, 2027 | 42 |
| Fourth Grading Period | Tuesday, March 30, 2027 | Thursday, June 3, 2027 | 47 |
| Semester | Dates |
|---|---|
| First Semester | Thursday, August 13, 2026 – Thursday, January 14, 2027 |
| Second Semester | Tuesday, January 19 – Thursday, June 3, 2027 |
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About Miami Dade County Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools serves students throughout Miami-Dade County, Florida, and is a countywide public school system headquartered at 1450 NE 2nd Avenue in Miami. The district traces its history to the late 1800s; M-DCPS recently marked the 140th anniversary of its founding. It is one of the nation's largest school systems, serving a highly diverse community with students from more than 160 countries. The district operates independently of Miami-Dade County's metropolitan government.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first day of school is Thursday, August 13, 2026, and it also marks the beginning of the first semester.
The last day of school is Thursday, June 3, 2027, which is also the end of the fourth grading period and second semester.
The dates for Winter recess are from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027, for students and employees, with exceptions noted for certain employee groups.
Spring recess is Monday, March 22, 2027, through Monday, March 29, 2027.
Yes. Every Wednesday, students in elementary schools in Grades 2-5 and K-8 Centers in Grades 2-8 are released one hour early.
How to Use the Miami-Dade County Public Schools School Calendar
For families, the easiest way to use the M-DCPS calendar is to mark the major breaks and grading-period transitions first and then add the individual holidays and school closure days.
The school year begins on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and the first grading period ends on Friday, October 16, 2026. The second grading period then begins on Monday, October 19, 2026, providing a clear academic transition in October.
Winter recess is scheduled from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027, followed by the end of the second grading period on Thursday, January 14, 2027. Families can use these dates when planning travel, childcare, and appointments.
Spring planning is also straightforward: the third grading period ends on Friday, March 19, 2027, spring recess follows from Monday, March 22, 2027, through Friday, March 26, 2027, March 29 is a teacher planning day i.e. non-student day and the fourth grading period begins on Tuesday, March 30, 2027.
Parents should also remember that every Wednesday, students in elementary schools in Grades 2-5 and K-8 Centers in Grades 2-8 are released one hour early. This recurring schedule is easy to overlook when planning weekly childcare or extracurricular activities.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Miami Dade County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 academic calendar.
Official Source: Visit the Miami Dade County Public Schools 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 Miami Dade County Public Schools 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.