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

The first day of school for NYC Public Schools is Thursday, September 10, 2026.

How do I add the NYCPS 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.

New York · 14 key dates. Add them all to your phone in one tap, or customize and print.

Thu, Sep 10First Day of SchoolAcademic

Mon, Sep 21Yom KippurHoliday

Mon, Oct 12Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' DayHoliday

Wed, Nov 11Veterans DayHoliday

Thu, Nov 26Thanksgiving RecessHoliday

Thu, Dec 24Winter RecessHoliday

Mon, Jan 18Martin Luther King Jr. DayHoliday

Mon, Feb 15Midwinter RecessHoliday

Tue, Mar 9Eid al-FitrHoliday

Fri, Mar 26Good FridayHoliday

Thu, Apr 22Spring RecessHoliday

Mon, May 17Eid al-AdhaHoliday

Mon, May 31Memorial DayHoliday

Mon, Jun 28Last Day of SchoolAcademic

These dates are compiled from the district's published calendar and may change. Always verify against the official NYCPS calendar.