The Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 is here, and it is ready for your fridge. Bridgeport Public Schools serves families in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The Board of Education approved this calendar on March 9, 2026. We verified this directly from the Bridgeport Public Schools official website.
Students start on August 27, 2026. The last day is June 11, 2027. In between, you get 180 instructional days, a full set of holidays, early dismissals, and a spring recess in April 2027.
Looking for the Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 26-27 first day of school? It is August 27, 2026. Want a Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 26-27 printable? Scroll to the download section below. Need a Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 2026 27 template to plan your year? Every date sits in a clean table you can copy into your own planner.
Parents bookmark this page because it puts every day off, early dismissal and break in one place, so you never get caught by a surprise.
Bridgeport School Calendar 2026-2027 at a Glance
School starts August 27, 2026 and ends June 11, 2027. Here is the quick view.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| School district | Bridgeport Public Schools, 45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 |
| First day of school | August 27, 2026 |
| Last day of school | June 11, 2027 |
| Total school days | 180 student instructional days |
| Teacher workdays | 185 days |
| Spring recess | April 12 to April 16, 2027 |
| Board of Education approval | March 9, 2026 |
Key Dates Table: Bridgeport Public Schools 2026-2027
These are the dates families and staff ask about most.
| Event | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers’ first day | August 20, 2026 | August 20, 2026 | Teacher workday |
| Teachers’ professional development | August 20, 2026 | August 26, 2026 | No students |
| First day for all students | August 27, 2026 | August 27, 2026 | Early dismissal August 27 and 28 |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | September 7, 2026 | Schools closed |
| Fall break | Not listed | Not listed | The calendar has no separate fall break. Italian Heritage Day on October 12, 2026 is a no-school day. |
| Report card conferences (Gr. K-12) | November 23, 2026 | November 24, 2026 | Fall conferences |
| Thanksgiving break | November 25, 2026 | November 27, 2026 | School break |
| Winter recess | December 24, 2026 | December 31, 2026 | Recess continues January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | January 18, 2027 | Holiday |
| Presidents’ Day weekend | February 11, 2027 | February 12, 2027 | School break |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | March 26, 2027 | No school |
| Spring recess | April 12, 2027 | April 16, 2027 | School break |
| Report card conferences (Gr. K-12) | April 21, 2027 | April 22, 2027 | Spring conferences |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 | May 31, 2027 | Schools closed |
| Last day for students | June 11, 2027 | June 11, 2027 | Early dismissal on June 10 |
| Last day for teachers | June 11, 2027 | June 11, 2027 | Teacher last day |
| State testing dates | Not listed | Not listed | The calendar does not list state testing dates. Ask your child’s school. |
Source: Bridgeport Public Schools official calendar.
Always double-check and verify the calendar on the official Bridgeport Public Schools website before you make plans.
Month-by-Month Bridgeport School Calendar 2026-2027
Every month is below with its school status. Use it as your Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 2026 27 template for the family planner.
August and September 2026 (23 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| August 20 | Teachers’ First Day | Teacher workday |
| August 20-26 | Teachers’ Professional Development (PD) | Professional development |
| August 27 | First Day for All Students | School begins |
| August 27-28 | Early Dismissal | Early dismissal |
| September 7 | Labor Day | Schools closed |
| September 16 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| September 21 | Yom Kippur | No school |
| September 23 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
October 2026 (21 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| October 12 | Italian Heritage Day | No school |
| October 14 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| October 21 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
November 2026 (17 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| November 3 | Election Day | No school |
| November 4 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| November 11 | Veterans Day Observed | Schools in session |
| November 23-24 | Gr. K-12 Report Card Conferences | Report card conferences |
| November 25-27 | Thanksgiving Break | School break |
December 2026 (17 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| December 9 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| December 16 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
| December 23 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| December 24-31 | Winter Recess | School break |
January 2027 (18 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Winter Recess continues | School break |
| January 6 | Three Kings Day | No school |
| January 13 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| January 18 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Holiday |
| January 20 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
February 2027 (17 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| February 10 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| February 11-12 | Presidents’ Day Weekend | School break |
| February 17 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
March 2027 (21 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| March 9 | Eid-al-Fitr | No school |
| March 10 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| March 17 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
| March 26 | Good Friday | No school |
April 2027 (17 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| April 7 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| April 12-16 | Spring Recess | School break |
| April 21-22 | Gr. K-12 Report Card Conferences | Report card conferences |
| April 28 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
May 2027 (20 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| May 12 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| May 19 | Teacher 2-hour PD | Professional development |
| May 31 | Memorial Day | Schools closed |
June 2027 (9 school days)
| Date | Event | School status |
|---|---|---|
| June 2 | Early Dismissal | Professional development |
| June 10 | Early Dismissal | Early dismissal |
| June 11 | Last Day of School | Last day for students |
| June 11 | Last Day for Teachers | Last day for teachers |
Monthly school-day counts
These counts are printed in the calendar’s month headings.
| Month | School days |
|---|---|
| August / September | 23 |
| October | 21 |
| November | 17 |
| December | 17 |
| January | 18 |
| February | 17 |
| March | 21 |
| April | 17 |
| May | 20 |
| June | 9 |
| Total | 180 |
Download the Official Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar PDF
Want a Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 26-27 printable? Use the official file from the district.
Download the official Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 PDF
Print it and pin it near the door. Share it with grandparents, sitters and coaches. The calendar notes that any school days lost to closures will be added in June, if needed, to reach 180 instructional days.
See also: Bulloch County Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | Printable PDF
About Bridgeport Public Schools
Bridgeport Public Schools serves students and families in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The district office is located at 45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Its schools include elementary schools, high schools, magnet programs, and specialized educational options. Dr. Royce Avery is identified as Interim Superintendent on the district’s published 2026–2027 calendar. For the latest school directory, leadership information, and district updates, visit the official Bridgeport Public Schools website.
What Parents in Fairfield County Should Know This Year
Bridgeport is in Fairfield County. A few things stand out on this calendar.
The first two student days are early dismissals. School starts August 27, and August 27 and 28 are both early dismissal days. Plan pickup now.
Most early dismissals and teacher PD land mid-week, on Wednesdays. That includes September 16, October 14, November 4 and December 9. Teacher 2-hour PD days are also scheduled across the year, so check each one before booking appointments.
The calendar also has several no-school days beyond the federal holidays. Those are Yom Kippur (September 21), Italian Heritage Day (October 12), Election Day (November 3), Three Kings Day (January 6), Eid-al-Fitr (March 9) and Good Friday (March 26).
Veterans Day Observed on November 11 is a regular school day. Schools are in session.
There is no separate fall break and no state testing dates on the calendar. Report card conferences run November 23 and 24, and again April 21 and 22. The last two days of the year, June 10 and June 11, are early dismissal days.
See also: School Holiday List 2026–2027 USA: Complete Guide for Every Family
How Bridgeport Compares to Neighboring Districts
Bridgeport starts on the same day as Trumbull and Stratford. It ends one day later than Stratford. All three have spring break on the same April week. Fairfield starts the latest, on September 1.
| District | First day | Last day | Spring break | Winter break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | August 27, 2026 | June 11, 2027 | April 12-16, 2027 | December 24-31, 2026, continuing January 1, 2027 |
| Trumbull | August 27, 2026 | June 11, 2027 | April 12-16, 2027 | December 24-31, 2026 |
| Stratford | August 27, 2026 | June 10, 2027 | April 12-16, 2027 | December 24, 2026 to January 1, 2027 |
| Fairfield | September 1, 2026 | June 11, 2027 | April 12-16, 2027 | December 24, 2026 to January 1, 2027 |
Neighboring district dates come from public calendar listings, so confirm them with each district.
Planning a Family Trip? Best Times to Travel
Spring recess is the cleanest window. It runs April 12 to April 16, 2027, a full school week. Winter recess starts December 24 and runs at least through January 1. Thanksgiving break is shorter, but report card conferences on November 23 and 24 sit right before it.
| Break | Dates | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Recess | December 24-31, 2026, continuing January 1, 2027 | Longer trips and holiday travel |
| Spring Recess | April 12-16, 2027 | A week away, off-peak deals |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25-27, 2026 | Family visits |
| Presidents’ Day Weekend | February 11-12, 2027 | A long weekend getaway |
Check your child’s school before you book. Early dismissal days and conferences can change what you plan.
School Closings History in Bridgeport
We did not find a verified count of weather closings from past years, so we will not guess one. What we can confirm is the district’s rule on this calendar. Any school days lost to closures will be added in June, if needed, to reach 180 instructional days.
FAQs
When does school start in Bridgeport Public Schools for 2026-2027?
Students start on August 27, 2026. August 27 and 28 are early dismissal days. Teachers report on August 20.
When is the last day of school for Bridgeport Public Schools?
The last day for students and teachers is June 11, 2027. June 10 is also an early dismissal day. Days lost to closures may be added in June.
When is spring break for Bridgeport Public Schools in 2027?
Spring recess runs April 12 to April 16, 2027. Good Friday, March 26, 2027, is a separate no-school day.
How many school days does Bridgeport Public Schools have this year?
The calendar sets 180 instructional days for students. Teachers work 185 days.
Are there any school closings or delays I should know about?
The calendar lists planned closures only, like Election Day on November 3, 2026. For weather closings or delays, check the district website the same morning. Lost days are added in June if needed.
Final Word: Bookmark This Page
Bookmark this page to keep the Bridgeport Public Schools Calendar 2026–2027 handy throughout the school year. For the latest weather-related closings, delays, or calendar changes, visit the official Bridgeport Public Schools website. Keep the official printable calendar available for quick reference, and confirm any updates before making plans around holidays, conferences, or early dismissal days.
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