When does Lawrence Public Schools start school in 2026–2027?

The first day of school for Lawrence Public Schools is Aug 13.

How do I add the USD 497 2026–2027 calendar to my phone?

Tap "Add to your phone" on this page to download an .ics file with every date, then open it to import into Google Calendar or Apple Calendar.

Kansas (Douglas County) · 16 key dates

Thu, Aug 13K-12 First Day of School for Studentsfirst-day

Mon, Sep 7No School - District Closedholiday

Fri, Sep 25No Schoolholiday

Fri, Oct 9No Schoolholiday

Mon, Oct 12No School - District Closedholiday

Fri, Oct 16No Schoolholiday

Nov 23 – Nov 27Fall Breakbreak

Dec 18 – Jan 4Winter Breakbreak

Tue, Jan 5First Day of 2nd Semesterholiday

Mon, Jan 18No School - District Closedholiday

Fri, Feb 12No Schoolholiday

Fri, Feb 19No Schoolholiday

Mar 12 – Mar 19Spring Breakbreak

Mon, Apr 5No Schoolholiday

Fri, Apr 30No Schoolholiday

Wed, May 26K-HS Last Day (Early Release)last-day

Compiled from the district's published calendar and subject to change — always verify against the official USD 497 calendar.