The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year is now available for families in Hidalgo County, Texas. We verified this directly from PSJA ISD official website.
Parents bookmark this page because it puts every first day, holiday, testing window, and break in one place, so you can plan childcare, travel, and homework without hunting through multiple documents.
At-a-Glance Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| First day of school | August 24, 2026 |
| Last day of school | May 27, 2027 |
| Total instructional days | 175 |
Key Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First day of school | August 24, 2026 | August 24, 2026 | Students return to class |
| Fall break | Not listed | Not listed | No separate fall break on this calendar |
| Thanksgiving break | November 23, 2026 | November 27, 2026 | Non-school days |
| Winter break | December 21, 2026 | January 1, 2027 | Longest break of the year |
| MLK Day | Not listed | Not listed | No MLK Day date appears in the calendar data |
| Spring break | March 15, 2027 | March 19, 2027 | Five days off |
| Easter break | March 26, 2027 | March 26, 2027 | Also listed as a weather day |
| Staff Development / Staff Workdays | August 17–21, 2026; September 7; October 12; December 18; January 4–5, 2027; and June 3–4, 2027. | – | Staff development and workdays, listed in the monthly table |
| State testing | October 30, 2026 | June 25, 2027 | Testing dates listed in the monthly table |
| Last day of school | May 27, 2027 | May 27, 2027 | End of 6th six weeks |
Source: PSJA ISD official calendar.
Always double-check and verify calendar from official website.
Monthly Calendar Breakdown
| Month | Dates | What Is Happening |
|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | July 1-31 | Summer, no regular student instruction |
| August 2026 | Aug 3-14 | Enrichment Days |
| August 2026 | Aug 17-20 | Staff Development |
| August 2026 | Aug 21 | Staff Workday |
| August 2026 | Aug 24 | First Day of School |
| September 2026 | Sept 7 | Staff Development |
| September 2026 | Sept 25 | End of 1st Six Weeks |
| October 2026 | Oct 12 | Staff Development |
| October 2026 | Oct 30 | State Testing |
| November 2026 | Nov 6 | End of 2nd Six Weeks |
| November 2026 | Nov 9 | Beginning of 3rd Six Weeks |
| November 2026 | Nov 20 | State Testing |
| November 2026 | Nov 23-27 | Thanksgiving Break |
| November 2026 | Nov 30 | State Testing |
| December 2026 | Dec 1-4 | State Testing |
| December 2026 | Dec 7-11 | State Testing |
| December 2026 | Dec 17 | End of 3rd Six Weeks |
| December 2026 | Dec 18 | Staff Development |
| December 2026 | Dec 21-31 | Winter Break |
| January 2027 | Jan 1 | Winter Break |
| January 2027 | Jan 4-5 | Staff Development |
| January 2027 | Jan 6 | Beginning of 4th Six Weeks |
| February 2027 | Feb 12 | End of 4th Six Weeks and State Testing |
| February 2027 | Feb 15 | Non-School Day and Weather Day |
| February 2027 | Feb 22 | Beginning of 5th Six Weeks |
| February 2027 | Feb 27 | Enrichment Day |
| March 2027 | Mar 6 | Enrichment Day |
| March 2027 | Mar 15-19 | Spring Break |
| March 2027 | Mar 25 | State Testing |
| March 2027 | Mar 26 | Easter Break and Weather Day |
| April 2027 | Apr 3 | Enrichment Day |
| April 2027 | Apr 5-9 | State Testing |
| April 2027 | Apr 10 | Enrichment Day |
| April 2027 | Apr 12-16 | State Testing, and End of 5th Six Weeks on Apr 16 |
| April 2027 | Apr 19-23 | State Testing |
| April 2027 | Apr 24 | Enrichment Day |
| April 2027 | Apr 26-30 | State Testing |
| May 2027 | May 27 | End of 6th Six Weeks and end of regular instructional period |
| May 2027 | May 31 | Memorial Day |
| June 2027 | Jun 3-4 | Staff Workday |
| June 2027 | Jun 7-11 | Enrichment Days |
| June 2027 | Jun 14-18 | Enrichment Days and State Testing markings |
| June 2027 | Jun 21-25 | Enrichment Days and State Testing markings |
Six-Week Reporting Periods
| Reporting Period | Dates | Instructional Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Six Weeks | August 24 – September 25, 2026 | 24 |
| 2nd Six Weeks | September 28 – November 6, 2026 | 29 |
| 3rd Six Weeks | November 9 – December 17, 2026 | 24 |
| 4th Six Weeks | January 6 – February 12, 2027 | 32 |
| 5th Six Weeks | February 22 – April 16, 2027 | 34 |
| 6th Six Weeks | April 19 – May 27, 2027 | 32 |
| Total | August 24, 2026 – May 27, 2027 | 175 |
Bell Schedule
| School Level | Students | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | 8:15 AM – 3:55 PM | 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM |
| Middle | 7:45 AM – 3:25 PM | 7:35 AM – 3:50 PM |
| High | 8:40 AM – 4:20 PM | 8:10 AM – 4:25 PM |
Download Printable PDF Calendar for PSJA ISD
Download the official calendar PDF here
See also: Manor ISD School Calendar 2026-2027 | Printable PDF
About PSJA ISD Schools
PSJA ISD serves students in Pharr, San Juan, Alamo, and a small part of McAllen, in the Rio Grande Valley. The district reports about 29,000 students and runs 44 campuses, including 27 pre-K and elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 6 high schools, and 3 special purpose campuses. Superintendent Dr. Alejandro Elias leads the district. Its high schools are designated Early College, so students can earn college credit and even an associate degree before graduating. The district earned an A rating with an overall score of 90 in the 2026 Texas accountability ratings, and all 44 campuses earned an A or B. Fall 2026 dual credit enrollment rose 24 percent, according to district reports.
What Parents in Hidalgo County Should Know This Year
This calendar has no separate fall break, so the only break between August and Thanksgiving is the six-week grading period. Families should plan for the Thanksgiving break, which runs from November 23 through November 27, 2026. Two weather days are built into the calendar, on February 15 and March 26, 2027, so you have a built-in buffer if weather closes school. Spring break comes early in the third week of March, followed by Easter Break on March 26, which means students see very little time off between mid-March and April. Notice that the winter break stretches across the holidays from December 21 through January 1, which is the longest break on this calendar.
How PSJA ISD Compares to Neighboring Districts
Neighboring Hidalgo County districts set their own calendars, and start and end dates can shift from year to year. Before you plan around break lengths, check those districts’ official calendars and compare them side by side with the PSJA ISD dates above. Doing this helps families who work or share custody across districts.
Planning a Family Trip? Best Times to Travel
The winter break, from December 21, 2026 to January 1, 2027, is the longest break and gives families the most flexibility for travel. Thanksgiving break, from November 23 to November 27, 2026, is a good short trip window. Spring break, from March 15 to March 19, 2027, is a solid mid-year getaway, especially since it falls right before the last stretch of the school year. Book early, because holiday travel prices rise quickly.
See also: Why Do Different School Districts Start at Different Times?
School Closings History
The 2026-2027 calendar lists two weather days, February 15 and March 26, 2027. The calendar data used for this page does not include past-year closure counts, so check the district website and announcements for the latest closure updates.
FAQs
Q: When does school start in PSJA ISD for 2026-2027?
A: School starts on August 24, 2026. Teacher workdays are scheduled for August 17 through August 21 before students return.
Q: When is the last day of school for PSJA ISD?
A: The last day of regular instruction is May 27, 2027, which marks the end of the sixth six-week period.
Q: When is spring break for PSJA ISD in 2027?
A: Spring break runs from March 15 through March 19, 2027. Easter Break follows on March 26, 2027.
Q: How many school days does PSJA ISD have this year?
A: The 2026-2027 calendar has 175 instructional days, divided into six six-week reporting periods.
Q: Are there any school closings or delays I should know about?
A: The calendar lists two weather days, on February 15 and March 26, 2027. For real-time closings and delays, check the official PSJA ISD website and social media.
Final Thoughts
Bookmark this page so you can find the PSJA ISD calendar quickly all year long. For real-time closings, delays, and announcements, check the district’s official website at psjaisd.us. Check back in March, when spring break dates are searched most often, to confirm nothing has changed. Keeping the official calendar handy helps you plan around every break.
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