Looking for the Broward County school calendar for the 2026–2027 school year?

Well, parents, students, and teachers across South Florida are all trying to juggle schedules, plan family trips, and make sure nothing important gets missed. But tracking down the right calendar isn’t always easy—sometimes it’s buried in a PDF, sometimes you only get part of the story, and sometimes you just want a quick, clear answer without digging through multiple pages.

That’s exactly why we put this guide together. Here you’ll find everything in one place: the official calendar, at-a-glance key dates, holidays, early release days, and even tips on how to use the calendar to plan your year more smoothly. Think of this as your ultimate parent-friendly resource—no more endless Googling, no more guessing.

By the end, you’ll know not just when school starts and ends, but also how to make the most of the breaks, stay on top of important deadlines, and even sync it all to your digital calendar.

2026–2027 Broward County School Calendar At-a-Glance

Here are the key dates families need to know right away:

First Day of School: Monday, August 10, 2026
Labor Day (School Closed): Monday, September 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Break: Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 27, 2026
Winter Break: Monday, December 21, 2026 through Friday, January 1, 2027
Spring Break: Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 2027
Last Day of School: Friday, May 28, 2027 (Early Release)

Download the Official Broward County School Calendar

Need a copy of the official 2026-27 Broward County school calendar for your fridge, planner, or phone? We’ve gathered the official downloads and added a few extras to make life easier.

After you’ve grabbed your downloads, scroll down for a month-by-month guide with every key date, school break, and planning tip explained.

Side Note: Just a reminder — Broward County sometimes makes changes to the school calendar during the year, so stay tuned for any updates.

Month-by-Month Breakdown of the 2026–2027 Broward County School Calendar

Instead of scrolling through a giant PDF, here’s a month-by-month guide with key dates and quick planning notes for parents and students.

August 2026

Aug 08 – First Day of School
Aug 28 – Early Release Day

Parent Pro Tip: Get back into routines early. A consistent bedtime and morning schedule makes the first week less stressful.

September 2026

Sep 1 – Labor Day (No School)
Sep 9 – Interim Reports Issued
Sep 21 – No School

Parent Pro Tip: Good month to plan extracurriculars — sign-up deadlines for sports and clubs usually fall here.

October 2026

Oct 9 – Early Release Day (Possible Severe Weather Make-Up Day)
Oct 12 – Teacher Planning Day (No School)
Oct 21 – Report Cards Issued

Parent Pro Tip: Use planning days for doctor’s appointments or family errands to avoid pulling kids out during class time.

November 2026

Nov 3 – Teacher Planning Day (No School)
Nov 10 – Interim Reports Issued
Nov 11 – Veterans Day (No School)
Nov 23–27 – Thanksgiving Break

Parent Pro Tip: One of the longest breaks before winter — a good time for travel if you want to avoid holiday crowds.

December 2026

Dec 18 – Early Release Day (Possible Severe Weather Make-Up Day)
Dec 21– Jan 1 – Winter Break

Parent Pro Tip: Makeup days are rarely used, but keep Dec 19 on your radar just in case.

January 2027

Jan 1 – Winter Break Continues (No School)
Jan 4 – Teacher Planning Day (No School)
Jan 5 – Students Return to School
Jan 13 – Report Cards Issued
Jan 18 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)

Parent Pro Tip: Quarter change means report cards — celebrate progress, and help kids reset goals for the second half of the year.

February 2027

Feb 12 – Early Release Day
Feb 15 – Presidents’ Day (No School)
Feb 16 – Interim Reports Issued

Parent Pro Tip: Short month, but packed — watch for mid-year testing dates from your school.

March 2027

Mar 10 – No School
Mar 18 – Early Release Day (Possible Severe Weather Make-Up Day)
Mar 19 – Teacher Planning Day (No School)
March 22-26 – Spring Break

Parent Pro Tip: Prime vacation time — book early if you’re traveling, because this break lines up with many districts statewide.

April 2027

Apr 6 – Report Cards Issued
Apr 28 – Interim Reports Issued
Apr 30 – Early Release Day (Possible Severe Weather Make-Up Day)

Parent Pro Tip: A quiet month academically — great time to focus on routines before testing season in May.

May 2027

May 24 – Grade 12 Report Cards Issued
May 28 – Last Day of School (Early Release Day)
May 31 – Memorial Day (No School)

Parent Pro Tip: Testing season + end-of-year events ramp up. Use early release days for some family downtime.

June 2027

Jun 1 – Teacher Planning Day (No School for Students)
Jun 10 – Report Cards Issued (Grades K–11)

Parent Pro Tip: Mark the last day — it’s an early release, so plan pickup/aftercare in advance.

Broward County School Calendar: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When does the 2026–2027 school year start and end?

The first day of school is Monday, August 08, 2026.
The last day of school is Friday, May 28, 2027 (early release).

When are the major school breaks?

Thanksgiving Break: Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 27, 2026
Winter Break: Monday, December 21, 2026 through Friday, January 1, 2027
Spring Break: Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 2027

What are the early release days?

There’s usually one every other month. Notable dates include:

Friday, October 9, 2026
Friday, December 18, 2026
Friday, February 12, 2027
Thursday, March 18, 2027
Friday, April 30, 2027
Friday, May 28, 2027 (Last Day of School)

Parent Pro Tip: Heads up — these days wrap up a little earlier than normal! Make sure you’ve got aftercare or pickup plans in place. Early pickup is already covered in our after school program.

What are makeup days?

If schools close unexpectedly (like for hurricanes), these dates may become instructional days.

When will report cards and progress reports be issued?

What’s a Teacher Planning Day?

Can I sync the calendar to my phone?

Yes! You can download the official .ics file (Google/Apple calendar) or grab our one-page printable for quick reference at home.

Do all schools in Broward County follow the same calendar?

Most traditional public schools do, but some charter and magnet programs (like Ben Gamla Charter) may have slight variations. Always double-check with your school.

📌 Still have questions? Drop them in the comments below and we’ll update this guide so it stays the most useful calendar resource for Broward families.

How to Use the Broward County School Calendar to Plan Smarter

Knowing the dates is just step one. The real value comes from using the school calendar to organize family schedules, reduce stress, and even save money. Here are a few ways to make the most of it:

1. Plan Vacations Around Breaks

Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Break are the big travel windows. Book early if you plan to go away, since flights and hotels fill up fast during these weeks.

2. Use Early Release Days Wisely

Instead of scrambling for childcare, consider scheduling doctor’s appointments, family activities, or even a one-on-one “date” with your child on early release days.

3. Keep Makeup Days on Your Radar

South Florida weather can bring unexpected closures. Mark potential makeup days so you’re not caught off guard if one suddenly becomes a school day.

4. Build Routines Around Teacher Planning Days

These non-student days are perfect for catch-up at home—whether that’s organizing school supplies, reviewing report cards, or resetting bedtime routines.

5. Sync the Calendar to Your Phone

Adding the official calendar to your Google or Apple calendar saves you from missed pickups, late notices, or forgotten breaks. Set reminders a few days in advance of major dates.

6. Layer in Your Own Family Events

Once the school calendar is in place, add birthdays, extracurriculars, and holidays so you have a single “master schedule.” This prevents double-booking and helps kids see the bigger picture of their commitments.

Pro Tip: Print out the one-page summary and hang it on the fridge. Kids love being able to see when their next break is coming—it helps them stay motivated.

Final Thoughts: Stay Ahead with the Broward County School Calendar

The school year always feels like it flies by—but with the 2025–2026 Broward County school calendar at your fingertips, you don’t have to scramble. From the first day in August to the last bell in June, having all the key dates, breaks, and reminders in one place makes planning so much easier.

We built this guide to go beyond the standard PDF dump—you now have:

A month-by-month walkthrough you can scan in seconds
FAQs that answer the questions parents actually ask
Planning tips to help you use the calendar smarter

📌 Save this page to your bookmarks and share it with other Broward families—because the more prepared we are, the smoother the school year runs for everyone.

And don’t worry—we’ll update this guide the moment the 2026–2027 calendar is released, so you’ll always have the most accurate and parent-friendly resource right here.