Broward County Public Schools
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
Severe-weather makeup days can change the final schedule.
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Check this district’s official calendarFlorida School Calendar 2026-2027
Florida school start dates for 2026-2027
Florida has no single statewide first day — each district sets its own calendar.
Broward County Public Schools starts Aug 10, 2026 and ends May 28, 2027.
Spring break: Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027.
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Florida School Holidays 2026-2027
| Holiday / break | Planning window |
|---|---|
| Labor DayFederal holiday; school closure varies | September 2026 |
| Columbus DayFederal holiday; school closure varies | October 2026 |
| Veterans DayFederal holiday; school closure varies | November 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 2026–January 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. DayFederal holiday; school closure varies | January 2027 |
| Presidents DayFederal holiday; school closure varies | February 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 2027 |
Major Florida districts to check
Use these local sources when your city or county calendar matters.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami-Dade County
Large Florida district; check local start dates, teacher planning days, and breaks.
Broward County Public Schools
Broward County
Major South Florida source for 2026-2027 planning dates.
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa area
Large district serving the Tampa area with its own approved calendar.
Orange County Public Schools
Orlando area
Large Central Florida district; verify local holiday and break schedules.
What to compare on district calendars
• First day of school• Winter and spring breaks• Teacher workdays• Weather make-up days
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Verified district examples: winter and spring break
These 2026-2027 dates apply only to the named school systems, not their entire states. Winter here means the December–January recess, not a separate February break. Listed recess dates exclude adjacent weekends and staff-only days unless the source includes them.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Florida for 2026-2027?
Florida has no single statewide first day. Broward County Public Schools starts in August 2026; its exact first and last student days are in the named district answer above.
When is spring break in Florida in 2027?
The Broward County Public Schools example has spring recess in March 2027. Its exact range and official source are in the district examples, not one Florida-wide week.
When is the last day of school in Florida in 2027?
Broward County Public Schools finishes in May 2027. Other districts set their own last student days.
When is winter break in Florida for 2026-2027?
The Broward County Public Schools example spans December 2026–January 2027. The district examples list the exact recess and school-specific exceptions.
Where can I find my Florida district’s complete calendar?
Use the official district directory on this page. The Broward County Public Schools calendar applies only to that school system, not every district in Florida.
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How to verify Florida school calendar dates
This Florida page provides planning months and a district directory. Exact dates apply only to Broward County Public Schools, not every Florida school. Use your school’s calendar for attendance, teacher workdays and make-up days before booking travel or childcare.
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Broward County Public Schools: official calendar entry ↗
Source version: BCPS Announces School Calendars Have Been Approved (official announcement, published December 18, 2025). Checked on records source verification, not approval or publication.
District calendar referencesandpiper.browardschools.com
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