Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026-2027
Central R-III School District 2026–27 calendar dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| July 4, 2026 | Independence Day |
| June 27-July 5, 2026 | Summer Dead Week |
| August 13-14, 2026 | New Teachers Report |
| August 17-21, 2026 | Staff Development |
| August 21, 2026 | Optional Work Day |
| August 24, 2026 | First Day for Students |
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day (No School) |
| September 18, 2026 | Staff Development (No School) |
| September 25, 2026 | Homecoming (1/2 Day) |
| October 15, 2026 | End of 1st Quarter (38 Days) |
| October 22, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (1/2 Day for Students) |
| October 23, 2026 | Staff Development (No School) |
| November 23-27, 2026 | Fall Break (No School) |
| December 18, 2026 | End of 2nd Quarter (39 Days) |
| December 21-31, 2026 | Winter Break (No School) |
| January 1, 2027 | Winter Break (No School) |
| January 4, 2027 | Staff Development (No School) |
| January 5, 2027 | School Resumes |
| January 18, 2027 | Staff Development (No School - Potential Weather Makeup) |
| February 12, 2027 | Staff Development (No School) |
| February 15, 2027 | Presidents' Day (No School - Potential Weather Makeup) |
| March 12, 2027 | End of 3rd Quarter (46 Days) |
| March 26-31, 2027 | Spring Break (No School) |
| April 1-2, 2027 | Spring Break (No School) |
| May 20, 2027 | Graduation at 7:00 p.m. |
| May 25, 2027 | End of 4th Quarter (46 Days) (1/2 Day) |
| May 26-27, 2027 | Potential Weather Make Up Days |
Central R-III School District Calendar 26-27 Revised FAQs
When is the first day of school in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The first day for students in Central R-III School District for the 2026-2027 school year is August 24, 2026.
When is Spring Break in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Spring Break in Central R-III School District begins on March 26, 2027, and continues through April 2, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break begins on December 21, 2026, and continues through January 1, 2027.
When is Winter Break in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Winter Break is scheduled from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027, with students returning on January 5, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break (Fall Break) is scheduled from November 23-27, 2026, and there will be no school during these dates.
When is the last day of school in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The last day of school is May 25, 2027. It is also the end of the 4th quarter and will be a half day for students.
When does the second semester begin in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The second semester resumes on January 5, 2027, following Winter Break.
When is Labor Day observed in Central R-III School District during 2026-2027?
Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026, and there will be no school.
When does the first quarter end in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The first quarter ends on October 15, 2026, after 38 instructional days.
When does the first semester end in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The first semester ends on December 18, 2026, which is also the end of the second quarter.
When does the third quarter end in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
The third quarter ends on March 12, 2027, after 46 instructional days.
When is graduation for Central R-III School District in 2027?
Graduation is scheduled for May 20, 2027, at 7:00 p.m.
Are there any weather makeup days scheduled in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Yes. Potential weather makeup days are scheduled for May 26-27, 2027. Additionally, January 18, 2027, and February 15, 2027, may be used as weather makeup days if necessary.
When are Parent-Teacher Conferences in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for October 22, 2026. Students will attend a half day.
When is Homecoming in Central R-III School District for 2026-2027?
Homecoming is scheduled for September 25, 2026, and students will attend a half day.
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