Chelmsford Public Schools Calendar (2025-2026)
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| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 20-21, 2025 | New Staff Orientation |
| Aug 25, 2025 | No School Staff Orientation |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Grades 1-9 ONLY |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Kindergarten Orientation |
| Aug 27, 2025 | All Students |
| Aug 29, 2025 | No School |
| Sep 1, 2025 | No School (Labor Day) |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Sep 22-24, 2025 | Rosh Hashanah |
| Oct 1-2, 2025 | Yom Kippur |
| Oct 6-13, 2025 | Sukkot |
| Oct 13, 2025 | No School (Columbus Day) |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Diwali |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Nov 4, 2025 | No School (Full Professional Day) |
| Nov 11, 2025 | No School (Veteran's Day) |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Half Day Elementary & Middle School ONLY |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Early Release (Thanksgiving Recess) |
| Nov 27, 2025 | No School (Thanksgiving) |
| Nov 28, 2025 | No School |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Dec 14, 2025 - Dec 22, 2025 | Chanukah |
| Dec 24, 2025 | December Recess |
| Dec 25, 2025 | Christmas |
| Dec 26, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026 | Kwanzaa |
| Jan 5, 2026 | School Re-opens |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Jan 19, 2026 | No School (Martin Luther King Day) |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Feb 16, 2026 | February Recess |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Chinese New Year |
| Feb 17, 2026 - Mar 18, 2026 | Ramadan |
| Feb 23, 2026 | School Re-opens |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Half-Day (Professional Day) |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Half Day (Professional Day) |
| Mar 19-20, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Apr 5, 2026 | Easter |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Half-Day (Professional Day) |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Orthodox Easter |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Passover |
| Apr 20, 2026 | April Recess |
| Apr 27, 2026 | School Re-opens |
| May 21-23, 2026 | Shavuot |
| May 25, 2026 | No School (Memorial Day) |
| May 26-27, 2026 | Eid al-Adha |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Last Day for Students (Half Day) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | Juneteenth |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Last Day for Staff (Half Day) |
Chelmsford Public Schools Calendar 2025-2026 - FAQ
When is the first day of school in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
The first day of school for all students in Chelmsford Public Schools for the 2025-2026 academic year is August 27, 2025. [cite: 1]
When is spring break in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
Spring break, referred to as April Recess, in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026 is from April 20, 2026. School re-opens on April 27, 2026. [cite: 17]
When is Christmas break in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
Christmas break, referred to as December Recess, in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026 begins on December 24, 2025. School re-opens on January 5, 2026. [cite: 10] Christmas Day is on December 25, 2025. [cite: 21]
When is winter break in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
Winter break, referred to as February Recess, in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026 is on February 16, 2026. School re-opens on February 23, 2026. [cite: 14]
When is Thanksgiving in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
Thanksgiving Recess in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026 includes an early release on November 26, 2025, and no school on November 27 and 28, 2025. [cite: 7]
When is the last day of school in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
The last day for students in Chelmsford Public Schools for the 2025-2026 academic year is June 18, 2026, which will be a half day. [cite: 19]
When are staff professional development days in Chelmsford Public Schools for 2025-2026?
Scheduled staff professional development days include September 17, 2025 (Student Half Day), October 23, 2025 (Student Half Day), November 4, 2025 (Student NO School Day), December 11, 2025 (Student Half Day), January 13, 2026 (Student Half Day), February 5, 2026 (Student Half Day), March 11, 2026 (Student Half Day), and April 7, 2026 (Student Half Day). [cite: 23] Additionally, November 19, 2025 is a Student Half Day for Elementary and Middle Schools Only. [cite: 32]
What are some major religious and cultural holidays observed during the 2025-2026 school year in Chelmsford Public Schools?
Major religious and cultural holidays include Rosh Hashanah (September 22-24, 2025), Yom Kippur (October 1-2, 2025), Sukkot (October 6-13, 2025), Diwali (October 20, 2025), Chanukah (December 14-22, 2025), Christmas (December 25, 2025), Kwanzaa (December 26, 2025 - January 1, 2026), Chinese New Year (February 17, 2026), Ramadan (February 17 - March 18, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 19-20, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Easter (April 5, 2026), Orthodox Easter (April 12, 2026), Passover (April 19, 2026), Shavuot (May 21-23, 2026), and Eid al-Adha (May 26-27, 2026). [cite: 21]
What are the school hours for Chelmsford High School?
Chelmsford High School starts at 7:19 a.m., dismisses at 1:52 p.m., and has an early dismissal at 10:25 a.m. [cite: 33]
What are the school hours for McCarthy Middle School?
McCarthy Middle School starts at 8:10 a.m., dismisses at 2:30 p.m., and has an early dismissal at 11:00 a.m. [cite: 33]
What are the school hours for Parker Middle School?
Parker Middle School starts at 8:20 a.m., dismisses at 2:40 p.m., and has an early dismissal at 11:10 a.m. [cite: 33]
What are the school hours for Byam, Center, Harrington, and South Row Elementary Schools?
Byam, Center, Harrington, and South Row Elementary Schools all start at 8:59 a.m., dismiss at 3:18 p.m., and have an early dismissal at 11:45 a.m. [cite: 33]
Calendar Disclaimer
The printable school calendar provided on this page is taken from the officiaL Chelmsford Public Schools Calendar website. Please note that all dates and events are subject to change at the discretion of the school district. For the most accurate and updated information, please refer to the official district website or contact the school helpline.