2026-27 School Year
Memphis-Shelby County Schools Calendar
Key dates for the 2026-27 school year, from the district's own published calendar. Always confirm with the district before making plans; dates can change mid-year.
Key Dates
| Event | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School (Students) | Beginning of Q1 | Monday, August 3, 2026 | District calendar |
| Labor Day (Students Out) | Monday, September 7, 2026 | District calendar |
| Fall Break (Students Out) | October 12, 2026 through October 19, 2026 | District calendar |
| Veterans Day (Students Out) | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | District calendar |
| Thanksgiving Break (Students Out) | November 23, 2026 through November 27, 2026 | District calendar |
| Winter Break (Students Out) | December 21, 2026 through January 4, 2027 | District calendar |
| Students Return | Beginning of Q3/S2 | Tuesday, January 5, 2027 | District calendar |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Students Out) | Monday, January 18, 2027 | District calendar |
| Presidents Day (Students Out) | Monday, February 15, 2027 | District calendar |
| Spring Break (Students Out) | March 15, 2027 through March 19, 2027 | District calendar |
| Spring Break II (Students Out, listed as March 26 & 29; March 27-28 is a weekend) | March 26, 2027 through March 29, 2027 | District calendar |
| Last Day of School (Students) | End of Q4/S2 | Thursday, May 20, 2027 | District calendar |