Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) will begin its 2026-2027 academic year on August 13, 2026, for elementary and secondary students. The last day of school is scheduled for June 3, 2027. The district calendar includes several student holidays, Thanksgiving and winter recess, spring recess, and teacher planning days throughout the school year.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 at a Glance
The following table covers the first and last days of school, school holidays, major breaks and non-student days for the 2026-2027 academic year.
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 13, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | September 7, 2026 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning | September 21, 2026 | September 21, 2026 |
| Veterans’ Day | November 11, 2026 | November 11, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 23, 2026 | November 27, 2026 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning and Professional Learning | November 3, 2026 | November 3, 2026 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning | December 18, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
| Winter Recess | December 21, 2026 | January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | January 18, 2027 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning | January 15, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
| Presidents Day | February 15, 2027 | February 15, 2027 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning | March 10, 2027 | March 10, 2027 |
| Spring Recess | March 22, 2027 | March 26, 2027 |
| Non-Student Day | Teacher Planning | March 29, 2027 | March 29, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 | May 31, 2027 |
| Last Day of School | June 3, 2027 | June 3, 2027 |
Additional scheduling information:
- August 10-12, 2026, are teacher planning days, with no students in school.
- August 11 is also a district-wide professional learning day.
- November 23-25 are designated as recess days for 10-month and 11.5-month employees. November 26 is Thanksgiving, and November 27 is a recess day for students and employees.
- The winter recess runs through January 1, 2027.
- The spring recess is followed by a teacher planning day on March 29, 2027.
Download Miami-Dade County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Early Release Schedule 2026-2027
Miami-Dade County Public Schools follows a weekly early-release arrangement for specific student groups during the 2026-2027 school year.
According to the official calendar, students are released one hour early every Wednesday in the following schools and grade levels:
- Elementary school students in Grades 2-5.
- Students in Grades 2-8 at K-8 Centers.
This is a recurring Wednesday arrangement rather than a list of individual early-release dates. The calendar does not specify the exact dismissal times.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Grading Periods 2026-2027
The Miami-Dade County Public Schools calendar divides the 2026-2027 academic year into four grading periods across two semesters.
| Grading Period | Semester | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First | First Semester | Not specified | October 16, 2026 | 45 |
| Second | First Semester | October 19, 2026 | January 14, 2027 | 46 |
| Third | Second Semester | January 19, 2027 | March 19, 2027 | 42 |
| Fourth | Second Semester | March 30, 2027 | June 3, 2027 | 47 |
| Total | 180 |
The first semester ends on January 14, 2027, while the second semester concludes on June 3, 2027. The official calendar lists a total of 180 days across the four grading periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Miami-Dade County Public Schools start in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for elementary and secondary students in Miami-Dade County Public Schools is August 13, 2026.
When is spring break for Miami-Dade County Public Schools in 2027?
Spring recess is scheduled for March 22-26, 2027. Students also have a teacher planning day on March 29, followed by the beginning of the fourth grading period on March 30.
When is the last day of school for Miami-Dade County Public Schools in 2027?
The last day of school is June 3, 2027. This date also marks the end of the fourth grading period and second semester.
Note: It is important to note that a school calendar is subject to changes due to unforeseen changes. Make sure to keep a check on the school’s official website and social media handles for updates related to the amendments or revision in a school calendar.