The Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) 2026-2027 school calendar begins on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, for all students. The last day of school is Wednesday, May 26, 2027. The academic year includes Fall Break in October, Thanksgiving Break in November, Winter Break in December and January, and Spring Break in April.
Gwinnett County Public Schools School Calendar 2026-2027 at a Glance
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 5, 2026 | August 5, 2026 |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | September 7, 2026 |
| Digital Learning Day | September 18, 2026 | September 18, 2026 |
| Fall Break | October 12, 2026 | October 16, 2026 |
| Election Day/Digital Learning Day | November 3, 2026 | November 3, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23, 2026 | November 27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 | January 4, 2027 |
| First Day of Second Semester | January 5, 2027 | January 5, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | January 18, 2027 |
| School Holiday | February 12, 2027 | February 16, 2027 |
| Digital Learning Day | March 19, 2027 | March 19, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 5, 2027 | April 9, 2027 |
| Last Day of School | May 26, 2027 | May 26, 2027 |
Gwinnett County Public Schools Early Release Dates 2026-2027
Gwinnett County Public Schools has scheduled early-release days for students in grades K-8 during parent-teacher conferences. High school students in grades 9-12 also have early-release days during final examinations.
Elementary and middle schools release students 2½ hours early on designated early-release days.
| Month | Early Release Dates | Applicable Grades |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | October 28-29 | Grades K-8 |
| December 2026 | December 16-18 | Grades 9-12 |
| March 2027 | March 3-4 | Grades K-8 |
| May 2027 | May 24-26 | Grades 9-12 |
Important scheduling details:
- October 28-29 are early-release days for parent-teacher conferences.
- December 16-18 are early-release days for high school exams.
- March 3-4 are early-release days for parent-teacher conferences.
- May 24-26 are early-release days for high school exams.
- The May 26 early release coincides with the last day of school.
Digital Learning Days 2026-2027
Gwinnett County Public Schools has scheduled three planned Digital Learning Days during the 2026-2027 academic year. All students will learn from home on these dates.
| Month | Digital Learning Date |
|---|---|
| September 2026 | September 18 |
| November 2026 | November 3 |
| March 2027 | March 19 |
Download Gwinnett County Public Schools Printable Official School Calendar 2026-2027
Parents and students can refer to the official Gwinnett County Public Schools calendar to keep track of important academic dates, school holidays, Digital Learning Days, and early-release schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Gwinnett County Public Schools start school in 2026?
The first day of school for all Gwinnett County Public Schools students is Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Gwinnett County for 2027?
The last day of school for the 2026-2027 academic year is Wednesday, May 26, 2027.
When is Spring Break in Gwinnett County Public Schools in 2027?
Spring Break is scheduled from April 5 through April 9, 2027. Students are expected to return after the scheduled break.