Planning a school year starts with one page. This is it. The Palm Beach County School Calendar 27-28 is out, and families across Palm Beach County, Florida, can now plan the full 2027-2028 academic year. The School Board approved this calendar on August 12, 2026. It covers every student day, holiday, break, and teacher workday from August 2027 through June 2028.
We verified this directly from the School District of Palm Beach County official website. Every date below comes from the board-approved FY28 school calendar. Nothing is guessed. Last verified: November 8, 2026.
You will find the Palm Beach County School Calendar 27-28 first day of school, the 2027-28 winter break, the 2027-28 Thanksgiving break, and spring break 2027-2028 dates. There is also a month-by-month breakdown, grading periods, and a free Palm Beach County School Calendar 27-28 printable PDF link.
Parents bookmark this page because it puts every no-school day in one place, so you can book trips, childcare, and appointments without digging through PDFs.
At-a-Glance Summary
- First day of school: Tuesday, August 10, 2027
- Last day of school: Friday, May 26, 2028
- Total school days: 179 (as printed on the official calendar)
Key Dates Table
Here are the biggest dates of the year in one view. Teacher workdays are no-school days for students.
| Event | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-School Days for Teachers | Aug 3, 2027 | Aug 9, 2027 | Aug 3–6 and Aug 9. No students |
| First Day of School | Aug 10, 2027 | — | Tuesday |
| Labor Day | Sept 6, 2027 | — | No school |
| Fall Holiday | Oct 11, 2027 | — | Monday. No school |
| Teacher Workday / PDD | Oct 12, 2027 | — | No school for students |
| Fall Holiday | Nov 11, 2027 | — | Thursday. No school |
| Teacher Workday / PDD | Nov 12, 2027 | — | No school for students |
| Thanksgiving Break | Nov 22, 2027 | Nov 26, 2027 | Full week off |
| Winter Break | Dec 20, 2027 | Dec 31, 2027 | Starts after Dec 17 |
| Teacher Workday / PDD | Jan 3, 2028 | — | No school for students |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Jan 17, 2028 | — | No school |
| Teacher Workday / PDD | Feb 21, 2028 | — | No school for students |
| Spring Break | Mar 13, 2028 | Mar 17, 2028 | Monday–Friday |
| Teacher Workday / PDD | Mar 20, 2028 | — | No school for students |
| Spring Holiday | Apr 14, 2028 | — | Friday. No school |
| Last Day of School | May 26, 2028 | — | Friday |
| Memorial Day | May 29, 2028 | — | No school |
| Teacher Workday | May 30, 2028 | — | Duty day for all teachers |
| State Testing Dates | Not listed | Not listed | Not printed on the district calendar. Check the district’s testing page |
Source: School District of Palm Beach County official calendar. Last verified: November 8, 2026.
Palm Beach County School Calendar 2027-28 Winter Break and Thanksgiving Break
The Palm Beach County School Calendar 2027-28 Thanksgiving break runs Monday, November 22 through Friday, November 26, 2027. With weekends, that is nine days off in a row.
The Palm Beach County School Calendar 2027-28 winter break runs December 20 through December 31, 2027. The last student day before it is Friday, December 17. That date also ends the first semester. January 3, 2028 is a teacher workday. Students return on Tuesday, January 4, 2028.
The Palm Beach County School Calendar spring break 2027-2028 is March 13–17, 2028. Monday, March 20 is a teacher workday, so students go back on Tuesday, March 21.
Holidays and Non-Work Days
| Date | Day | Holiday / Non-Work Day | Students & 10-Month Staff | 12-Month Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2027 | Monday | Independence Day (Observed) | X | X |
| Sept 6, 2027 | Monday | Labor Day | X | X |
| Oct 11, 2027 | Monday | Fall Holiday | X | — |
| Nov 11, 2027 | Thursday | Fall Holiday | X | X |
| Nov 22–26, 2027 | Monday–Friday | Thanksgiving Break | X | X |
| Dec 20–21, 2027 | Monday–Tuesday | Winter Break | X | — |
| Dec 22–31, 2027 | Wednesday–Friday | Winter Break | X | X |
| Jan 17, 2028 | Monday | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | X | X |
| Mar 13–17, 2028 | Monday–Friday | Spring Break | X | — |
| April 14, 2028 | Friday | Spring Holiday | X | — |
| May 29, 2028 | Monday | Memorial Day | X | X |
| June 19, 2028 | Monday | Juneteenth | X | X |
Teacher Work Days and In-Service Days (No School for Students)
DUTY = Teacher Work Day. PDD = Professional Development Day.
| Date | Day | Secondary | Elementary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2027 | Tuesday | DUTY | PDD |
| Nov 12, 2027 | Friday | PDD | DUTY |
| Jan 3, 2028 | Monday | DUTY | PDD |
| Feb 21, 2028 | Monday | PDD | DUTY |
| Mar 20, 2028 | Monday | DUTY | PDD |
| May 30, 2028 | Tuesday | DUTY | DUTY |
Month-by-Month Breakdown
The official calendar does not print monthly day counts. These were counted from the calendar, and they match the printed quarter totals exactly (43 + 41 + 47 + 48 = 179).
| Month | Student Days | Key Dates |
|---|---|---|
| July 2027 | 0 | Independence Day observed Jul 5; 12-month staff on 10-hour days with Fridays closed |
| August 2027 | 16 | Pre-school for teachers Aug 3–6, 9; First day Aug 10 |
| September 2027 | 21 | Labor Day Sep 6 |
| October 2027 | 19 | End 1st Nine Weeks Oct 8; Fall Holiday Oct 11; DUTY/PDD Oct 12; Begin 2nd Nine Weeks Oct 13 |
| November 2027 | 15 | End 1st Trimester Nov 10; Fall Holiday Nov 11; DUTY/PDD Nov 12; Begin 2nd Trimester Nov 15; Thanksgiving Break Nov 22–26 |
| December 2027 | 13 | End 2nd Nine Weeks Dec 17; Winter Break Dec 20–31 |
| January 2028 | 19 | DUTY/PDD Jan 3; Begin 3rd Nine Weeks Jan 4; MLK Day Jan 17 |
| February 2028 | 20 | End 2nd Trimester Feb 18; DUTY/PDD Feb 21; Begin 3rd Trimester Feb 22 |
| March 2028 | 17 | End 3rd Nine Weeks Mar 10; Spring Break Mar 13–17; DUTY/PDD Mar 20; Begin 4th Nine Weeks Mar 21 |
| April 2028 | 19 | Spring Holiday Apr 14 |
| May 2028 | 20 | Last day for students May 26; Memorial Day May 29; DUTY May 30 |
| June 2028 | 0 | Juneteenth Jun 19; 12-month staff on 10-hour days with Fridays closed |
Grading Periods
Elementary schools use trimesters. Middle and high schools use nine-week quarters and two semesters.
| Level | Period | Begin | End | # Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary | 1st Trimester | Aug 10, 2027 | Nov 10, 2027 | 64 |
| Elementary | 2nd Trimester | Nov 15, 2027 | Feb 18, 2028 | 53 |
| Elementary | 3rd Trimester | Feb 22, 2028 | May 26, 2028 | 62 |
| Secondary | 1st Quarter | Aug 10, 2027 | Oct 8, 2027 | 43 |
| Secondary | 2nd Quarter | Oct 13, 2027 | Dec 17, 2027 | 41 |
| Secondary | 3rd Quarter | Jan 4, 2028 | Mar 10, 2028 | 47 |
| Secondary | 4th Quarter | Mar 21, 2028 | May 26, 2028 | 48 |
| Secondary | 1st Semester | Aug 10, 2027 | Dec 17, 2027 | 84 |
| Secondary | 2nd Semester | Jan 4, 2028 | May 26, 2028 | 95 |
Report card distribution dates for both elementary and secondary are listed as TBD on the official calendar.
Teachers’ Paid Holidays and 12-Month Summer Schedule
Teachers and assistant principals have six paid holidays this year.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Sept 6, 2027 | Monday | Labor Day |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day |
| Dec 24, 2027 | Friday | Winter Break |
| Dec 31, 2027 | Friday | Winter Break |
| Jan 17, 2028 | Monday | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| May 29, 2028 | Monday | Memorial Day |
12-month employees work 10-hour days Monday to Thursday in some periods, and the district is closed on those Fridays.
| Period | 10-Hour Days (Mon–Thu) | District Closed (Fridays) |
|---|---|---|
| July 2027 | Jul 1, 6–8, 12–15, 19–22, 26–29 | Jul 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| March 2028 | Mar 13–16 | Mar 17 |
| June 2028 | Jun 5–8, 12–15, 20–22, 26–29 | Jun 9, 16, 23, 30 |
Staff contract start and end dates vary by employee group. Teachers and staff should check the Employee Calendar Notes on the official PDF for their exact days.
Always double-check and verify the calendar on the official district website before making plans, since the School Board can revise dates.
Download the Official Palm Beach County School Calendar 27-28 Printable PDF
Want a copy for the fridge? Download the official board-approved Palm Beach County School Calendar 27-28 printable PDF straight from the district:
Download here: Printable Calendar Download
Print it in color. The district marks holidays, teacher days, and grading periods with symbols, and they are easier to read in color.
See also: DC Public Schools Calendar 2027-2028 | Printable PDF
About Palm Beach County Schools
The School District of Palm Beach County serves all of Palm Beach County, Florida. It is one of the largest school districts in the nation. Michael J. Burke is the superintendent and has led the district since July 2021. The district says students attend 182 schools. At the start of the 2026-27 school year, district officials estimated about 160,000 students in district-operated schools, and they noted enrollment has been declining. The district is A-rated and is the county’s largest employer, with nearly 23,000 workers. Families can also apply to more than 330 Choice programs, which let students attend specialized programs outside their zoned school.
What Parents in Palm Beach County Should Know This Year
A few things stand out in this calendar.
First, there are several long weekends in the fall. Students are off Saturday, October 9 through Tuesday, October 12, because a Fall Holiday and a teacher day sit back to back. The same happens in November. Students are off Thursday, November 11 through Sunday, November 14.
Second, spring break is longer than it looks. The break itself is March 13–17. But Monday, March 20 is a teacher workday. Counting both weekends, students get ten straight days off, from Saturday, March 11 through Monday, March 20.
Third, winter break is long. The last student day is December 17, and students return January 4. That is 17 days at home.
Fourth, the printed total is 179 student days. The last day is a Friday, May 26, right before Memorial Day weekend. No emergency make-up days are fixed in advance. The Superintendent decides on them only if needed, following state law on instructional time.
How Palm Beach County Compares to Neighboring Districts
Palm Beach and Broward start on the same day. Broward County Public Schools also opens on Tuesday, August 10, 2027, which is the earliest date Florida law allows. Broward’s last day is Wednesday, May 31, 2028. Palm Beach finishes on May 26, so Palm Beach students start summer a few days earlier. To the north, Martin County School District has not yet posted an adopted 2027-28 calendar on its site, so we can’t compare it yet. Check back once the board approves it.
See also: How Many Snow Days Do Schools Get Per Year
Planning a Family Trip? Best Times to Travel in Palm Beach County
The longest break is winter break. Students are off from Saturday, December 18, 2027 through Monday, January 3, 2028. That is the best window for a big trip.
Spring break is the next best. With the March 20 teacher day, you get ten days. That is enough for a cruise or a trip out of state.
Thanksgiving week gives you nine days, from November 20 through November 28, 2027.
For short getaways, use the four-day weekends in October (Oct 9–12) and November (Nov 11–14). The Spring Holiday on Friday, April 14, 2028 also creates a three-day weekend.
School Closings History in Palm Beach County
Snow days are not a thing here. Hurricanes are. The district closed schools for Hurricane Ian in September 2022, Tropical Storm Nicole in November 2022, and Hurricane Milton in October 2024, each time for about two school days.
FAQs
Q: When does school start in Palm Beach County for 2027–2028?
A: The first day of school for students is Tuesday, August 10, 2027. Teachers report earlier, with pre-school days on August 3–6 and August 9.
Q: When is the last day of school for Palm Beach County?
A: The last day for students is Friday, May 26, 2028. Teachers have one more duty day on Tuesday, May 30, after Memorial Day.
Q: When is spring break for Palm Beach County in the 2027-2028 school year?
A: Spring break runs Monday, March 13 through Friday, March 17, 2028. Monday, March 20 is a teacher workday, so students return on Tuesday, March 21.
Q: How many school days does Palm Beach County have this year?
A: The official calendar lists 179 student days. Secondary schools split them into 84 days in the first semester and 95 in the second.
Q: Are there any school closings or delays I should know about?
A: No emergency closings are scheduled ahead of time. If a hurricane or other emergency closes schools, the Superintendent will decide on make-up days as needed. Watch the district website and local news during hurricane season.
Final Thoughts
Bookmark this page so the Palm Beach County School Calendar 2027-2028 is always one tap away. For real-time closings, delays, and calendar changes, check the official School District of Palm Beach County website at palmbeachschools.org. Spring break dates get the most searches in March, so check back then for any updates before you book travel. Have a great school year.
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