Kent County Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027
Complete holiday schedule and key dates for Kent County Public Schools for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Key Dates
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 31, 2026 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Student Holiday | October 16, 2026 (Fri) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25, 2026 - November 29, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 3, 2027 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 26, 2027 - March 29, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day Weekend | May 28, 2027 - May 31, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | June 11, 2027 (Fri) | School Closes |
Monthly Calendar MarylandSchoolCalendar.com
View the full 2026-2027 school year by month.
Calendar Notes
Kent County's available source is an approved-calendar news post screenshot rather than a full month-by-month PDF, so this page stays conservative. It includes the visible first day, last day, and named break ranges instead of inventing hidden professional days or early dismissals. That means the Kent page has fewer event rows than larger district calendars, but the listed dates are easier to audit against the visible source.
The 2026-2027 year starts August 31 and ends June 11 with a half-day last day. Thanksgiving Break is longer than many Maryland calendars because it runs November 25-29, and Winter Break runs December 21-January 3. Spring Break is March 26-29, while Memorial Day weekend is shown as May 28-31, giving families two shorter late-year breaks before the June closing date.
Kent's schedule is closer to Cecil and Worcester for the late-August start than to Dorchester, Queen Anne's, and Talbot, which begin selected student groups on August 24. Because the public source does not show detailed half-day or weather make-up rules, families should verify late-year changes directly with Kent County Public Schools if winter closures affect the calendar.
- First day of school: August 31, 2026
- Last day of school: June 11, 2027
- Source type: official approved-calendar news post screenshot
Frequently Asked Questions
Kent County Public Schools students return to classes Monday, August 31, 2026, according to the district's approved-calendar news post.
The official news post says the last day of school is scheduled to be a half day Friday, June 11, 2027.
Yes. The official news post names January and February holiday breaks for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Presidents Day, which are shown as single-day holidays on January 18 and February 15, 2027.
The first day of school for Kent County Public Schools students is Monday, August 31, 2026. Teachers typically report a few days earlier for staff development. Parents should check the district website for any orientation sessions, supply list deadlines, or staggered-start schedules that may apply to younger grades.
Kent County Public Schools Winter Break runs from December 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027 — that's 10 school days off. Including the adjacent weekends, families have up to 16 consecutive days for holiday travel and family time. Students return to class on Monday, January 4, 2027.
Kent County Public Schools Thanksgiving Break is November 25, 2026 through November 29, 2026, giving students 3 weekdays off. With the surrounding weekends, families get 5 consecutive days away from school — enough time for out-of-state travel or extended family gatherings.
Kent County Public Schools Spring Break is March 26, 2027 through March 29, 2027 - 2 school days off. Including the weekends on either side, families have up to 4 consecutive days for vacation planning. Note that neighboring school systems may have different Spring Break weeks, so coordinate if you have children in multiple systems.
Yes, Kent County Public Schools lists 1 early release or half-day for the 2026-2027 school year: Last day of school - half day on June 11, 2027. Dismissal times on these days typically differ between elementary and secondary campuses, so check with your child's school for the exact schedule. Arrange childcare or after-school plans accordingly.
The Kent County Public Schools 2026-2027 official calendar does not list specific bad-weather make-up days. If school closures occur due to severe weather, the school system typically announces make-up plans through its website, social media, and campus communication channels. Maryland school systems may add days to the end of the school year or adjust scheduled days to meet state requirements.
Kent County Public Schools schedules 1 teacher-only or professional development day during 2026-2027 when students do not attend. These include: October 16, 2026 (Professional Development / MSEA Conference). On these days, teachers participate in training and curriculum planning while students have the day off. Parents should arrange childcare if needed, as after-school programs may also be closed.
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About This Calendar
Data Source: Official Kent County Public Schools news post screenshot: 2026-27 calendar approved.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Kent County Public Schools, the Maryland State Department of Education, or any official school system body. While we strive for accuracy, always verify important dates with the official school system website.