Here is the complete Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar 26-27 for families in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It covers the 2026-2027 academic year, from the first half day on August 31, 2026, to Adult Education graduation on June 14, 2027. We verified this directly from the Kalamazoo Public Schools official website.
Looking for the Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar 26-27 first day of school? K–12 and K–ECSE students start with a half day on August 31, 2026. September 1, 2026 is the first full day. Need a Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar 26-27 printable? The official PDF download link is right below. Want a Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar 2026 27 template for the fridge? Print the official file, or use the month-by-month tables in this guide. Planning ahead for the Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar spring break 2027? Spring break runs March 29 – April 2, 2027.
This guide also covers semesters, bell times, Phoenix High School dates, PEEP and PreK ECSE dates, and graduation ceremonies. Parents bookmark this page because one clean page beats digging through a PDF when a half day or a no-school date sneaks up on you.
At-a-Glance Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| First day of school | August 31, 2026 (half day, K–12 and K–ECSE). First full day is September 1, 2026. |
| Last day of school | May 28, 2027 for graduating seniors and PEEP. K–11 half days are June 10–11, 2027. Semester 2 ends June 11, 2027. |
| Total school days | The official calendar does not list one total number. See the FAQ below. |
| Winter break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Semester 1 | August 31, 2026 – January 22, 2027 |
| Semester 2 | January 25, 2027 – June 11, 2027 |
The next-holiday row is current as of November 3, 2026.
Key Dates Table: Kalamazoo Public Schools 2026-27
| Event | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First day (half day) | August 31, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | K–12 and K–ECSE students |
| First full day | September 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | K–12; County Programs begin |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | September 7, 2026 | All buildings closed |
| District PD (no students) | October 20, 2026 | October 20, 2026 | PreK–12 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 26, 2026 | November 27, 2026 | All buildings closed. November 25 is a no-school day. |
| District PD (no students) | December 9, 2026 | December 9, 2026 | PreK–12 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 | January 1, 2027 | District winter break |
| District PD (no students) | February 1, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | PreK–12 |
| Mid-Winter Break | February 26, 2027 | February 26, 2027 | PreK–12 no school |
| District PD (no students) | March 18, 2027 | March 18, 2027 | PreK–12 |
| Spring Break | March 29, 2027 | April 2, 2027 | District spring break |
| Last day for PEEP and graduating seniors | May 28, 2027 | May 28, 2027 | Seniors and PEEP |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 | May 31, 2027 | All buildings closed |
| Last days for K–11 (half days) | June 10, 2027 | June 11, 2027 | High school exam days. Semester 2 ends June 11. |
Source: Kalamazoo Public Schools official calendar.
Fall break, MLK Day, and state testing dates are not listed on the official district calendar, so they are not included here.
Month-by-Month Kalamazoo Public Schools Calendar 26-27
August 2026
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| August 31, 2026 | K–12 and K–ECSE students: Half day |
September 2026
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2026 | K–12 full day; County Programs begin |
| September 4, 2026 | K–12 No School; Schools Open Enrollment |
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day; All buildings closed |
| September 8, 2026 | PreK ECSE first day |
| September 14, 2026 | PEEP first day |
October 2026
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| October 20, 2026 | PreK–12: No students (District PD) |
| October 29, 2026 | Grades 9–12: Half day; Records Day |
| October 30, 2026 | PreK–12: Half day; Records Day; No County Programs |
November 2026
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| November 4, 2026 | Grades 9–12: Half day |
| November 5, 2026 | Grades K–8: Half day |
| November 6, 2026 | Grades K–5: Half day |
| November 13, 2026 | PreK–5: No students |
| November 25, 2026 | PreK–12: No School; No County Programs |
| November 26–27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break; All buildings closed |
December 2026
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| December 9, 2026 | PreK–12: No students (District PD) |
| December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 | Winter Break |
January 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| January 19–21, 2027 | Grades 9–12: Half days; Exam Days |
| January 22, 2027 | PreK–12: No School; Records Day; No County Programs |
February 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| February 1, 2027 | PreK–12: No students (District PD) |
| February 24, 2027 | Elementary Literacy Night |
| February 26, 2027 | PreK–12: No School; Mid-Winter Break |
March 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2027 | PEEP/Kindergarten Orientation |
| March 18, 2027 | PreK–12: No students (District PD) |
| March 19, 2027 | PreK–12: No School; Records Day |
| March 23, 2027 | Grades 6–8: Half day |
| March 23–24, 2027 | High School Conferences |
| March 25, 2027 | Grades K–5: Half day |
| March 26, 2027 | PreK–12: No School; No County Programs |
| March 29 – April 2, 2027 | Spring Break |
April 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| Through April 2, 2027 | Spring Break (began March 29) |
May 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| May 28, 2027 | Last day for PEEP and graduating seniors |
| May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day; All buildings closed |
June 2027
| Date | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| June 1, 2027 | KAMSC Senior Recognition |
| June 2, 2027 | Loy Norrix Graduation – 7 PM at WEC |
| June 3, 2027 | Kalamazoo Central Graduation – 7 PM at WEC |
| June 3, 2027 | Phoenix Graduation – 7 PM at Chenery |
| June 4, 2027 | PreK ECSE last day of instruction |
| June 9, 2027 | KILP Graduation – 7 PM at Chenery |
| June 9, 2027 | Grades 9–11: Half day; High School Exam Days |
| June 10–11, 2027 | Grades K–11: Half days; High School Exam Days |
| June 14, 2027 | Adult Education Graduation – 7 PM at Chenery |
Academic Semesters
| Semester | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | August 31, 2026 | January 22, 2027 |
| Semester 2 | January 25, 2027 | June 11, 2027 |
School Bell Times 2026-27
| School / School Level | Start Time | Regular Dismissal | Half-Day Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Schools | 8:50 AM | 3:50 PM | 12:00 PM |
| Edison, Lincoln & Woodward | 8:10 AM | 3:10 PM | 11:20 AM |
| Middle Schools | 7:33 AM | 2:20 PM | 10:40 AM |
| Linden Grove | 8:08 AM | 2:58 PM | 11:19 AM |
| Kalamazoo Central (KC) & Loy Norrix (LN) | 7:30 AM | 2:20 PM | 10:40 AM |
| Phoenix High School | 7:25 AM | 1:00 PM | 10:15 AM |
Phoenix High School Special Dates
| Parent-Teacher Conferences | Time |
|---|---|
| October 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| January 7, 2027 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| March 11, 2027 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| May 13, 2027 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Phoenix Half Days |
|---|
| October 28–30, 2026 |
| January 21, 2027 |
| March 17, 2027 |
| June 11, 2027 |
| Phoenix Full Days |
|---|
| November 4, 2026 |
| January 19–20, 2027 |
| June 9–10, 2027 |
PEEP Program Dates
| Detail | Date / Information |
|---|---|
| First Day | September 14, 2026 |
| Last Day | May 28, 2027 |
| No School | May 14, 2027 |
| Additional No-School Days | Elementary half days |
PreK ECSE Program Dates
| Detail | Date / Information |
|---|---|
| First Day | September 8, 2026 |
| Last Day | June 4, 2027 |
| No School | Elementary half days |
Always double-check and verify the calendar on the official Kalamazoo Public Schools website before you plan around any date.
Download the Official Kalamazoo Public Schools Calendar 2026-27 (Printable PDF)
Want a copy for your fridge, your work desk, or your phone? Download the official district calendar here: Kalamazoo Public Schools Calendar 2026-27 PDF
The file is the district’s own printable calendar. Print it on letter paper and it reads clearly. Save it to your phone so the half days are always one tap away.
See also: What Happens If School Is Cancelled Due to Weather?
About Kalamazoo Public Schools
Kalamazoo Public Schools serves over 12,000 learners across 25 schools. That includes 17 elementary schools (PreK–grade 5), four middle schools (grades 6–8), and four high schools. The district also runs a virtual program for grades 7–12 and an early childhood learning center at Loy Norrix High School. Notable programs include the Kalamazoo Promise scholarship, the Academically Talented Program, Career Launch Kalamazoo, the Kalamazoo Area Math and Science Center (KAMSC), and the Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program (KILP). The superintendent is Dr. Darrin Slade, per the district’s About KPS page.
What Parents in Kalamazoo County Should Know This Year
This calendar has a lot of moving parts. Here is what stands out.
The year starts early. Students begin on Monday, August 31, with a half day, a week before Labor Day on September 7. Friday, September 4 is a no-school day, so the first week is short.
Half days are staggered by grade in early November. High school students have a half day on November 4. Grades K–8 follow on November 5. Grades K–5 follow on November 6. If you have kids at different levels, write all three dates down.
March is full of breaks. March 18 is a no-student day, and March 19 is a no-school day. March 26 is another no-school day, right before spring break starts on March 29. County Programs are also closed on March 26.
County Programs close on other days too. Check the calendar for October 30, November 25, and January 22 before you book childcare.
High school students have exam days in January and June. Plan rides and work schedules around the half-day dismissal times in the bell schedule above.
How Kalamazoo Compares to Neighboring Districts
We only compare what we can verify from official sources. The KPS calendar opens before Labor Day and closes with high school exam half days on June 10–11. Its spring break is one full week, March 29 – April 2, and its winter break runs two weeks, December 21 – January 1. Nearby districts in Kalamazoo County, such as Portage, Parchment, Comstock, and Vicksburg, publish their own calendars. If you have children in more than one district, compare each official calendar before you book trips or childcare.
Planning a Family Trip? Best Times to Travel in Kalamazoo County
Winter Break is the longest window. It runs December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027. Spring Break is the next best. It runs March 29 – April 2, 2027, and the no-school Friday on March 26 can give you extra travel time.
Shorter windows also work. Thanksgiving Break (November 26–27) pairs with the no-school day on November 25. Labor Day weekend gets a boost from the no-school Friday on September 4. The March 18–19 pair makes a long weekend. Mid-Winter Break on February 26 does the same.
Book early if you can. Always confirm your dates against the official calendar first.
See also: Brookline Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 | Printable PDF
School Closings History in Kalamazoo County
The 2026-27 KPS calendar does not list built-in make-up days for weather closings. We could not verify a district-published count of snow days used in past years, so we are not quoting one. For weather closings and delays, check the official KPS website and your local news on the morning of.
FAQs
Q: When does school start in Kalamazoo Public Schools for 2026-2027?
A: K–12 and K–ECSE students start with a half day on August 31, 2026. September 1, 2026 is the first full day for K–12, and County Programs begin that day.
Q: When is the last day of school for Kalamazoo Public Schools?
A: Graduating seniors and PEEP finish on May 28, 2027. PreK ECSE ends on June 4, 2027. Grades K–11 have half days on June 10–11, 2027, and Semester 2 ends June 11, 2027.
Q: When is spring break for Kalamazoo Public Schools in 2027?
A: Spring break runs March 29 – April 2, 2027. March 26, 2027 is also a no-school day for PreK–12, with no County Programs.
Q: How many school days does Kalamazoo Public Schools have this year?
A: The official calendar does not publish one total. It shows two semesters: August 31, 2026 – January 22, 2027, and January 25 – June 11, 2027. Many days are half days or grade-specific, so ask the district office if you need an exact count.
Q: Are there any school closings or delays I should know about?
A: The calendar lists planned closings, like November 25, January 22, February 26, March 19, and March 26. Weather closings and delays are announced by the district, so check the official website on the morning of.
Final Word
Bookmark this page so the Kalamazoo Public Schools calendar 26-27 is always one click away. For real-time closings and delays, use the district’s official website at kalamazoopublicschools.com. Check back in March, when spring break dates are searched the most. Spring break 2027 is March 29 – April 2.
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