Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
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Metro Nashville Public Schools 2026–27 calendar dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | Optional Schools Applications Open |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Optional Schools Application / Pathway Deadline (by 4:30 p.m.) |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Optional Schools Selection Day Results Available (K–10) |
| Mar 6, 2026 | Optional Schools Application Deadline for Grades 11 & 12 (by 4:30 p.m.) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Deadline to Accept Seats for Kindergarten–Grade 10 (by 4:30 p.m.) |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Optional Schools Selection Day Results for Grades 11 & 12 |
| Apr 6, 2026 | Deadline to Accept Seats for Grades 11 & 12 (by 4:30 p.m.) |
| May 6, 2026 | 2025–2026 Student Placement Verification |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Last Day for Current MNPS Students to Apply to Optional Schools with Available Seats |
Metro Nashville Public Schools Calendar 2025–2026 – Important Dates FAQ
When is the first day of school in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
The first day of school is not listed in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar released by Metro Nashville Public Schools.
When is spring break in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
Spring break dates are not specified in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar.
When is Christmas break in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
Christmas break dates are not included in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar.
When is winter break in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
Winter break dates are not provided in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar.
When is Thanksgiving break in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
Thanksgiving break is not listed in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar.
When is the last day of school in Metro Nashville Public Schools for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
The last day of school is not specified in the 2025–2026 Optional Schools Calendar.
When do Optional Schools applications open for the 2025–2026 school year?
Optional Schools applications open on January 20, 2026.
What is the Optional Schools application deadline for the 2025–2026 school year?
The main Optional Schools application and pathway deadline is February 13, 2026, by 4:30 p.m.
When are Optional Schools Selection Day results available for the 2025–2026 calendar year?
Selection Day results for kindergarten through 10th grade are available on March 2, 2026. Results for grades 11 and 12 are available on March 23, 2026.
What is the last day for current MNPS students to apply to Optional Schools for 2025–2026?
The last day for current MNPS students to apply to Optional Schools with available seats is August 21, 2026.
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