Planning ahead for the school year just got easier. This page covers every important date on the Brevard Public School District Calendar 2026–2027 — from the first day of school in August all the way through the last bell in May. We verified this data directly from the Brevard Public Schools official website, so you can trust what you see here.
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Brevard Public Schools serves Brevard County on Florida’s Space Coast, one of the largest school districts in the state. The 2026–2027 school year runs a full 180 student days and 190 teacher days, split into two semesters. Early release days are sprinkled throughout almost every month, so keeping this calendar handy will save you from a lot of last-minute scrambling.
At-a-Glance Summary | Brevard Public School Calendar 26–27
Here are the most important dates at a quick glance for the Brevard Public School Calendar 26–27:
| Detail | Date / Info |
|---|---|
| First Day of School (Students) | Monday, August 10, 2026 |
| First Day of Kindergarten | Thursday, August 13, 2026 |
| First Day of Pre-Kindergarten | Monday, August 17, 2026 |
| Teachers Report (Preplanning) | August 3–7, 2026 |
| Last Day for Students | Wednesday, May 26, 2027 |
| Teachers Last Day (Post Planning) | Thursday, May 27, 2027 |
| Total Student Days | 180 |
| Total Teacher Days | 190 |
| Total Paid Holidays | 6 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23–27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 4, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 22–26, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, January 18, 2027 |
Key Dates Table | Brevard Public School District Calendar 2026–27
| Event | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers Preplanning | August 3, 2026 | August 7, 2026 | Teachers only; students not present |
| First Day of School (Students) | August 10, 2026 | — | All grade levels |
| First Day of Kindergarten | August 13, 2026 | — | Kindergarten students begin |
| First Day of Pre-K | August 17, 2026 | — | Pre-Kindergarten students begin |
| Labor Day Holiday | September 7, 2026 | — | Holiday for all |
| Student Holiday / Teacher Workday | September 25, 2026 | — | No students |
| End of First Nine Weeks | October 13, 2026 | — | Q1 ends |
| Student Holiday / Teacher Workday | October 12, 2026 | — | No students |
| Veterans Day Holiday | November 11, 2026 | — | Holiday for all |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23, 2026 | November 27, 2026 | Holiday for all |
| Winter Break (Exams/Early Release) | December 16, 2026 | December 18, 2026 | Exam days with early release |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 | January 4, 2027 | Student and teacher holiday |
| New Year’s Day Holiday | January 1, 2027 | — | Holiday for all |
| Students/Teachers Return | January 5, 2027 | — | Second semester begins |
| End of First Semester | January 8, 2027 | — | First semester closes |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | — | Holiday for all |
| President’s Day | February 15, 2027 | — | Student holiday / Teacher workday |
| End of Third Nine Weeks | March 16, 2027 | — | Q3 ends |
| Student Holiday / Teacher Workday | March 19, 2027 | — | No students |
| Spring Break | March 22, 2027 | March 26, 2027 | Holiday for all |
| End of Second Semester / Last Day for Students | May 26, 2027 | — | Final day for students |
| Teachers Last Day (Post Planning) | May 27, 2027 | — | Teachers only |
Source: Brevard Public Schools official calendar. Last verified: May 2026.
Monthly Calendar Breakdown | Brevard Public School Calendar 26–27
August 2026
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| August 3–7 | Mon–Fri | Teachers Report – Preplanning |
| August 10 | Mon | First Day of School for Students |
| August 13 | Thu | First Day of Kindergarten |
| August 14 | Fri | Regular Release Day |
| August 17 | Mon | First Day of Pre-Kindergarten |
| August 21 | Fri | First Early Release Day |
| August 28 | Fri | Early Release Day |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 16 | Teacher Days: 21
September 2026
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| September 4 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| September 7 | Mon | Labor Day – Holiday for All |
| September 9 | Wed | First Interim Ends |
| September 11 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| September 14 | Mon | Secondary Interims/Block Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| September 16 | Wed | Elementary Interims Published on FOCUS |
| September 18 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| September 25 | Fri | Student Holiday / Teacher Workday |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 20 | Teacher Days: 21 | Paid Holidays: 1
October 2026
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| October 2 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| October 5–9 | Mon–Fri | FTE Survey II |
| October 9 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| October 12 | Mon | Student Holiday / Teacher Workday |
| October 13 | Tue | End of First Nine Weeks |
| October 16 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| October 16 | Fri | Secondary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| October 20 | Tue | Elementary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| October 23 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| October 30 | Fri | Early Release Day |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 21 | Teacher Days: 22
November 2026
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| November 6 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| November 11 | Wed | Veterans Day – Holiday for All |
| November 13 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| November 16 | Mon | Second Interim Ends |
| November 19 | Thu | Secondary Interims/Block Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| November 20 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| November 23–27 | Mon–Fri | Thanksgiving Break |
| November 30 | Mon | Elementary Interims Published on FOCUS |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 15 | Teacher Days: 15 | Paid Holidays: 2
December 2026
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| December 4 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| December 11 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| December 16–18 | Wed–Fri | Exam Days / Early Release |
| December 21–31 | Mon–Thu | Winter Break – Student/Teacher Holiday |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 14 | Teacher Days: 14
January 2027
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Fri | Holiday for All |
| January 4 | Mon | Winter Break – Student/Teacher Holiday |
| January 5 | Tue | Students/Teachers Return |
| January 8 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| January 8 | Fri | End of First Semester |
| January 13 | Wed | Secondary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| January 15 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| January 15 | Fri | Elementary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| January 18 | Mon | Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Holiday for All |
| January 22 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| January 29 | Fri | Early Release Day |
Month Totals (First Half): Pupil Days: 4 | Teacher Days: 4 | Paid Holidays: 1 Month Totals (Second Half): Pupil Days: 14 | Teacher Days: 14 | Paid Holidays: 1
February 2027
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| February 5 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| February 8–12 | Mon–Fri | FTE Survey III |
| February 10 | Wed | Third Interim Ends |
| February 12 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| February 15 | Mon | President’s Day – Student Holiday / Teacher Workday |
| February 15 | Mon | Secondary Interims/Block Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| February 17 | Wed | Elementary Interims Published on FOCUS |
| February 19 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| February 26 | Fri | Early Release Day |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 19 | Teacher Days: 20
March 2027
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| March 5 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| March 12 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| March 16 | Tue | End of Third Nine Weeks |
| March 19 | Fri | Student Holiday / Teacher Workday |
| March 22–26 | Mon–Fri | Spring Break |
| March 29 | Mon | Secondary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| March 31 | Wed | Elementary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 17 | Teacher Days: 18
April 2027
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| April 2 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| April 9 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| April 16 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| April 23 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| April 23 | Fri | Fourth Interim Ends |
| April 28 | Wed | Secondary Interims/Block Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
| April 30 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| April 30 | Fri | Elementary Interims Published on FOCUS |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 22 | Teacher Days: 22
May 2027
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| May 7 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| May 14 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| May 21 | Fri | Early Release Day |
| May 24–26 | Mon–Wed | Exam Days / Early Release |
| May 26 | Wed | End of Second Semester / Last Day for Students |
| May 26 | Wed | Elementary Report Cards Issued |
| May 27 | Thu | Post Planning / Teachers Last Day |
| May 27 | Thu | Elementary Report Cards Published on FOCUS |
Month Totals: Pupil Days: 18 | Teacher Days: 19
Full Year Summary | Brevard Public School District Calendar 2026–2027
First Semester Monthly Totals
| Month | Pupil Days | Teacher Days | Paid Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | 16 | 21 | 0 |
| September 2026 | 20 | 21 | 1 |
| October 2026 | 21 | 22 | 0 |
| November 2026 | 15 | 15 | 2 |
| December 2026 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| January 2027 (First Half) | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| First Semester Total | 90 | 97 | — |
Second Semester Monthly Totals
| Month | Pupil Days | Teacher Days | Paid Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2027 (Second Half) | 14 | 14 | 1 |
| February 2027 | 19 | 20 | 0 |
| March 2027 | 17 | 18 | 0 |
| April 2027 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| May 2027 | 18 | 19 | 0 |
| Second Semester Total | 90 | 93 | — |
Full School Year Totals
| Period | Pupil Days | Teacher Days | Paid Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | 90 | 97 | — |
| Second Semester | 90 | 93 | — |
| School Year Total | 180 | 190 | 6 |
Download the Official Brevard Public Schools Calendar 2026–2027
Want the full printable version straight from the district? You can download the official Brevard Public School District Calendar 2026–27 printable PDF directly from the district’s website. This is the same source we used to verify every date on this page.
Official Printable PDF Download: Printable Calendar Download
Print it out and stick it on your fridge. It is the easiest way to keep the whole family on the same schedule all year long.
See also: Arlington Public School Calendar 2026-2027 | Printable PDF
About Brevard Public Schools
Brevard Public Schools (BPS) is the public school district serving Brevard County, Florida, and is one of the largest school districts in the state. The district operates approximately 109 schools and serves more than 71,000 students across grades Pre-K through 12. BPS offers a wide range of academic opportunities, including STEM academies, career and technical education programs, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment partnerships, and several School Choice and magnet programs. The district consistently earns strong academic ratings and maintains a graduation rate above the state average. As of 2026, Dr. Mark Rendell serves as Superintendent of Brevard Public Schools.
What Parents in Brevard County Should Know This Year
Parents should note that the 2026–2027 Brevard Public Schools calendar follows a fairly traditional academic schedule with a mid-August start and late-May dismissal. One notable feature is the extended Winter Break, which provides students with nearly two full weeks away from school during the holiday season. Families should also pay close attention to teacher planning days and early-release schedules throughout the year, as these may affect childcare arrangements. As always, weather-related closures are possible during hurricane season, and any makeup days would be announced by the district if necessary.
How Brevard County Compares to Neighboring Districts
Compared with nearby Florida districts such as Orange County Public Schools, Volusia County Schools, and Indian River County School District, Brevard Public Schools follows a very similar academic calendar. Most neighboring districts begin classes in early to mid-August and finish in late May. Brevard’s Winter Break length is comparable to surrounding districts, while Spring Break timing may differ by a week depending on the district. Overall, Brevard families benefit from a schedule that aligns closely with neighboring counties, making regional travel and extracurricular planning easier for families with students in different districts.
Planning a Family Trip? Best Times to Travel in Brevard County
The best opportunities for family travel during the 2026–2027 school year are Winter Break and Spring Break, as these provide the longest uninterrupted periods away from school. Winter Break offers nearly two weeks for holiday vacations, while Spring Break provides a full week that is ideal for Florida beach trips, theme parks, or out-of-state travel. Thanksgiving Break is another popular option for shorter family getaways. Parents should avoid scheduling vacations immediately before or after state testing periods whenever possible to minimize academic disruptions.
School Closings History in Brevard County
Unlike northern school districts that regularly use snow days, Brevard County experiences very few weather-related closures during a typical year. The district is more likely to close schools because of hurricanes or tropical storms affecting Florida’s Space Coast. In recent years, storm-related closures have occasionally required schedule adjustments or makeup days, particularly during active Atlantic hurricane seasons. Families should monitor district communications closely during August through October, when severe weather risks are highest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does school start in Brevard Public Schools for 2026–2027?
The first day of school for students is Monday, August 10, 2026. Kindergarten students begin on Thursday, August 13, and Pre-Kindergarten students start Monday, August 17. Teachers report for preplanning the week of August 3–7.
Q: When is the last day of school for Brevard Public Schools in 2027?
The last day for students is Wednesday, May 26, 2027, which is also the end of the second semester. Teachers have one additional post-planning day on Thursday, May 27, 2027, which is their official last day.
Q: When is spring break for Brevard Public Schools in 2027?
Spring break for the Brevard Public School District Calendar spring break 2027 runs from Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 2027. That is a full week off for students and teachers. Make sure to plan travel early since this is one of the most popular weeks for Florida families.
Q: How many school days does Brevard Public Schools have in 2026–2027?
Students attend 180 school days total for the year, split evenly — 90 days per semester. Teachers are in school for 190 days, which includes preplanning, post-planning, and professional workdays throughout the year. There are also 6 paid holidays built into the calendar.
Q: Are there any school closings or delays I should know about?
This calendar lists all scheduled holidays and teacher workdays. Unscheduled closings due to weather or emergencies are not listed here because they are announced as needed. Always check the Brevard Public Schools official website or their notification system for real-time alerts on closings or delays.
Q: What are the early release days in Brevard Public Schools?
Early release days happen almost every Friday throughout the school year. They are regular school days with a shortened student schedule. The very first early release day falls on Friday, August 21, 2026. Check the monthly breakdown above for the full list.
Closing | Stay on Top of the Brevard Public School Calendar 26 27
The Brevard Public School Calendar 26–27 is packed with important dates, and staying ahead of them makes the whole school year smoother for everyone. Bookmark this page so you can come back any time you need a quick reference without hunting through the district website. For real-time updates on school closings, delays, or emergency announcements, always check the official Brevard Public Schools website at brevardschools.org — they post updates there first. And if you are planning a vacation or family trip, check back in late February and early March when the Brevard Public School District Calendar spring break 2027 dates become the most searched topic of the season. You already know the dates — March 22–26, 2027 — so you are already one step ahead.
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