JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 The Duval County School Board has approved updates to the 2026\u201327 school calendar, including a full week off for students during Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n
Under the revised calendar, schools will be closed to students for the entire Thanksgiving week, a change district leaders say reflects feedback from a calendar committee made up of parents, employees, and community members.<\/p>\n
Officials say additional adjustments were also made, but key dates \u2014 including the first and last day of school, Winter Break, and Spring Break \u2014 remain unchanged.<\/p>\n
The first day of school is scheduled for August 10, 2026, with the last day set for May 28, 2027.<\/p>\n
Other notable dates include the end of grading periods on October 9, 2026; December 18, 2026; and March 10, 2027. Winter Break will run from late December through January 1.<\/p>\n
The updated calendar also includes designated weather days and teacher planning and professional development days throughout the school year.<\/p>\n
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