The Orange County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 is officially available now and it specify the dates of academic events and holidays. As per the official school calendar, the school year begins on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, and ends on Wednesday, May 26, 2027. The official calendar also includes Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break, teacher workdays, professional development, and marking-period dates.
OCPS 2026-2027 Student Calendar | Key Dates
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 11, 2026 | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | No School |
| Teacher workday | October 12, 2026 | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23 - 27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher workday | January 4, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher workday | March 12, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Break | March 15 - 19, 2027 | No School |
| Teacher professional day | April 23, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 26, 2027 | School Closes |
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Additional Important Dates
Marking Periods and Semester Dates
| Academic milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| End of first marking period | Friday, October 9, 2026 |
| Beginning of second marking period | Tuesday, October 13, 2026 |
| End of second marking period | Friday, December 18, 2026 |
| Beginning of second semester and third marking period | Tuesday, January 5, 2027 |
| End of third marking period | Thursday, March 11, 2027 |
| Beginning of fourth marking period | Monday, March 22, 2027 |
| End of fourth marking period | Wednesday, May 26, 2027 |
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About Orange County Public Schools
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is the public school district serving Orange County, Florida, with its headquarters in Orlando. The district provides educational opportunities for students across the county through its public schools and educational programs.
The Orange County Public Schools calendar helps families, students, and teachers stay informed about the academic year, including school holidays, teacher workdays, marking periods, and other important dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
The. Orange County Public Schools begins the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
The last day of school is Wednesday, May 26, 2027. The district also schedules post-planning for May 27-28.
Spring break is scheduled for March 15-19, 2027. March 12 is also a student holiday i.e. teacher planning day.
The Winter break runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. The calendar then lists a teacher workday on January 4, followed by the start of the second semester on January 5.
Yes. The district calendar identifies October 12, January 4, and March 12 as teacher workdays and student holidays. The staff schedule may differ from the student schedule.
Orange County Schools Holidays and Major Breaks
The OCPS 2026-2027 calendar includes three major school breaks, along with individual holidays and student non-attendance days.
Understanding how these periods fit into the academic year can help families plan ahead.
Thanksgiving break
Thanksgiving break runs from Monday, November 23, through Friday, November 27, 2026. This five-day school break gives families time to arrange holiday travel and gatherings.
Because the district also lists November 23 and November 24 among its prioritized severe weather makeup dates, families should pay attention to official district announcements if weather-related closures occur earlier in the year.
Winter break
Winter break covers December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Students return to the academic schedule after the winter holiday period, with a teacher workday listed for January 4 and the third marking period and second semester beginning on January 5.
Families planning holiday travel should leave enough flexibility for the return to school and check the official calendar before confirming arrangements.
Spring break
Spring break is scheduled for March 15-19, 2027. March 12 is also a student holiday i.e. teacher planning day.
Parents can use the week to arrange camps, family activities, or childcare.
Other school holidays
The calendar identifies several additional holidays and non-student days, including Labor Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, and Memorial Day.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Orange County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | OCPS Holidays academic calendar.
Official Source: Visit the Orange County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | OCPS 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 Orange County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | OCPS 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.