Walnut Creek School District: 2025-26 School Calendar
Every WCSD school day, holiday, and early-dismissal date for 2025-26 — pulled from the official WCSD calendar so you don't have to.
At-a-Glance: Key Dates for the WCSD 2025-26 School Year
Here are the most important dates for Walnut Creek School District. All dates are from the official WCSD calendar.
May 2026
1 eventJune 2026
1 eventLast Day of School
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Aug 13 | First Day of School | School Start |
| ✓Sep 1 | Labor Day | Holiday - No School |
| ✓Nov 11 | Veterans Day | Holiday - No School |
| ✓Nov 24 | Thanksgiving Break Begins | Break - No School |
| ✓Nov 28 | Thanksgiving Break Ends | Break - No School |
| ✓Dec 22 | Winter Break Begins | Break - No School |
| ✓Jan 2 | Winter Break Ends | Break - No School |
| ✓Jan 19 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Holiday - No School |
| ✓Feb 16 | Presidents' Week | Holiday - No School |
| ✓Feb 17 | Staff Development Day | No Students |
| ✓Apr 3 | Spring Break Begins | Break - No School |
| ✓Apr 10 | Spring Break Ends | Break - No School |
| May 25 | Memorial Day | Holiday - No School |
| Jun 4 | Last Day of School | School End |
| Planning ahead? View the 2026-27 calendar → | ||
K-8 District Only Walnut Creek School District serves grades K-8 only. High schools (including Northgate High School) are part of separate districts (Mt. Diablo Unified or Acalanes Union High School District) and follow different calendars.
Source: Official WCSD District Information
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Learn how it worksComplete WCSD School Coverage
This calendar covers all Walnut Creek School District across all regions. Whether your child attends elementary, middle, or high school, this is the official district-wide calendar that applies to every WCSD school.
🏫 All WCSD Schools (K-8)
Elementary Schools:
Walnut Heights Elementary School
Buena Vista Elementary School
Indian Valley Elementary School
Murwood Elementary School
Parkmead Elementary School
Tice Creek School (K-8)
Middle Schools:
Walnut Creek Intermediate School
One Calendar for All WCSD Schools
Important: This calendar covers all 7 schools in the Walnut Creek School District (WCSD), serving grades K-8 across Walnut Creek, California. The district includes five traditional elementary schools (K-5), one middle school (6-8), and one K-8 magnet school (Tice Creek). All elementary students feed into Walnut Creek Intermediate for middle school, then transition to high schools in the Acalanes Union High School District (Las Lomas or Northgate) or Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Note: WCSD does not operate high schools. All schools in the district follow the same academic calendar.
📋 Official Data Sources
All calendar data is sourced directly from the official 2025-26 academic calendars published by Walnut Creek School District.
📄 Source Document
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Cross-referenced with official WCSD publications
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Every holiday, break, and early dismissal included
Last updated on — sourced from the Official WCSD 2025-26 School Calendar.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025-26 WCSD Calendar
When does WCSD start school in 2025?
Walnut Creek School District (WCSD) starts the 2025-26 school year on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. This date applies to all WCSD schools including Walnut Heights, Buena Vista, Indian Valley, Murwood, Parkmead Elementary schools, Walnut Creek Intermediate, and Tice Creek School.
What day does Walnut Creek school end 2026?
The last day of school for WCSD is Thursday, June 4, 2026. All Walnut Creek School District K-8 schools, including elementary schools and Walnut Creek Intermediate, end on this date. Students typically have early release on the last day.
When is WCSD spring break 2026?
Walnut Creek School District spring break runs from Friday, April 3 through Friday, April 10, 2026. Students return to school on Monday, April 13, 2026. This week-long break applies to all WCSD K-8 schools.
What are the Walnut Creek school winter break dates?
WCSD winter break begins Monday, December 22, 2025 and ends Friday, January 2, 2026. Students return to school on Monday, January 5, 2026. The winter break includes Christmas and New Year's holidays for all Walnut Creek School District schools.
When is Thanksgiving break for WCSD 2025?
Walnut Creek School District observes Thanksgiving break from Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28, 2025. Students return to school on Monday, December 1, 2025. All WCSD schools are closed for the entire Thanksgiving week.
Does WCSD have a fall break in October?
No, Walnut Creek School District does not have a fall break in October 2025. WCSD follows a traditional calendar with breaks at Thanksgiving, winter, and spring. The first major break after school starts is Thanksgiving week in November.
What time is early release for Walnut Creek Intermediate?
Early release schedules vary by school within WCSD. Walnut Creek Intermediate and elementary schools may have different early dismissal times for minimum days, typically ranging from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Check with your specific school for their early release schedule.
When are WCSD teacher planning days with no students?
Walnut Creek School District has a Staff Development Day on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 when students do not attend school. Additional teacher planning days may be scheduled at individual schools. Parents should verify school-specific non-student days with their child's school.
Does WCSD have Presidents Day off 2026?
Yes, Walnut Creek School District observes Presidents' Week on Monday, February 16, 2026. Additionally, Tuesday, February 17, 2026 is a Staff Development Day with no students, giving students a four-day weekend. School resumes Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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