Here’s a county-by-county guide to the first day of school for the 2026-27 school year across Tampa Bay.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Summer vacation is almost over, and students are getting ready to head back to the classroom.
While all Tampa Bay-area schools are back in session the second week of August, the first day of school varies from county to county.
So whether you’re stuffing your kid’s backpack with last-minute school supplies, or you just want to know when to expect heavier traffic on your morning commute, here’s a county-by-county guide to the first day of school for the 2026-27 school year across Tampa Bay.
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Pinellas County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Pinellas County is Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Pinellas County Schools calendar.
Hillsborough County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Hillsborough County is Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Hillsborough County Schools calendar.
Sarasota County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Sarasota County is Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Sarasota County Schools calendar.
Pasco County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Pasco County is Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Pasco County Schools calendar.
Polk County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Polk County is Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Polk County Schools calendar.
Manatee County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Manatee County is Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Manatee County Schools calendar.
Hardee County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Hardee County is Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.
See the full 2026-27 Hardee County Schools calendar.
Highlands County school calendar 26-27
The first day of school in Highlands County is Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.