# Broward County Public Schools: 2026-27 School Calendar Broward County 2026-27 school calendar with holidays, breaks, early release and hurricane make-up days. Auto-syncs to Google Calendar. > **Full interactive page:** [https://calendars.school/fl-bcps-fort-lauderdale-school-calendar-2026-27](https://calendars.school/fl-bcps-fort-lauderdale-school-calendar-2026-27) ## Key Dates | Date | Event | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | August 3, 2026 – August 7, 2026 | Employee Planning Days | No Students | | August 10, 2026 | First Day of School | School Start | | September 7, 2026 | Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | September 21, 2026 | Non-School Day - Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | October 9, 2026 | Early Release Day | Early Release | | October 12, 2026 | Employee Planning Day | No Students | | November 3, 2026 | Employee Planning Day | No Students | | November 11, 2026 | Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | November 23, 2026 – November 27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break | Break | | December 18, 2026 | Early Release Day | Early Release | | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 | Winter Break | Break | | January 4, 2027 | Employee Planning Day | No Students | | January 18, 2027 | Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | February 12, 2027 | Early Release Day | Early Release | | February 15, 2027 | Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | March 10, 2027 | Non-School Day - Schools Closed | Holiday | | March 18, 2027 | Early Release Day | Early Release | | March 19, 2027 | Employee Planning Day | No Students | | March 22, 2027 – March 26, 2027 | Spring Break | Break | | April 30, 2027 | Early Release Day | Early Release | | May 28, 2027 | Last Day of School / Early Release Day | School End | | May 31, 2027 | Schools and Administrative Offices Closed | Holiday | | June 1, 2027 | Employee Planning Day | No Students | > **Hurricane Make-Up Days:** The following days are designated as potential severe weather make-up days: October 9, December 18, March 18, April 30, and May 28. > Official BCPS 2026-27 Calendar ## School Coverage This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Broward County Public Schools. Whether your child attends a school in Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Coral Springs, or any other city in Broward, this calendar covers your entire district. ### North Broward **Elementary Schools:** Somerset Parkland Academy, Riverglades Elementary School, Heron Heights Elementary School **Middle Schools:** North Broward Preparatory School, Coral Springs Charter School, Somerset Parkland Academy, Westglades Middle School **High Schools:** Pompano Beach High School, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Deerfield Beach High School, Coral Springs Charter School, Atlantic Technical College ### Central Broward **Elementary Schools:** American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, Bayview Elementary School, Central Park Elementary School, Somerset Academy Davie Charter School, Franklin Academy Charter School **Middle Schools:** American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, Seminole Middle School, Plantation Middle School, Westpine Middle School, Bair Middle School, Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy **High Schools:** Fort Lauderdale High School, Plantation High School, South Plantation High School, The College Academy at Broward College, Nova High School, McFatter Technical High School ### South Broward **Elementary Schools:** Somerset Academy Miramar South, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School, Everglades Elementary School, Pembroke Lakes Elementary School, Chapel Trail Elementary School, Silver Palms Elementary School, Beachside Montessori Village, Cooper City Elementary School, Gator Run Elementary School, Indian Trace Elementary School **Middle Schools:** Falcon Cove Middle School, City/Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School, Somerset Academy Middle School - Miramar Campus, Somerset Academy Chapel Trail Middle School **High Schools:** South Broward High School, Cypress Bay High School, William T. McFatter Technical High School, Sheridan Technical High School, Cooper City High School, West Broward High School, Everglades High School ## Frequently Asked Questions ### When is the first day of school for BCPS in 2026? The first day of school for the BCPS 2026-27 school year is Monday, August 10, 2026. ### When is the last day of school for BCPS in 2027? The last day of school for the 2026-27 school year is Friday, May 28, 2027, which is also an Early Release Day. ### When is Winter Break for Broward County in 2026-27? Winter Break for BCPS is from Monday, December 21, 2026, to Friday, January 1, 2027. January 4, 2027 is an Employee Planning Day (no students), so students return on Tuesday, January 5, 2027. ### When is Spring Break for Broward County in 2027? Spring Break for BCPS is from Monday, March 22, 2027, to Friday, March 26, 2027. Students return on Monday, March 29, 2027. ### When is Thanksgiving Break for BCPS in 2026? Thanksgiving Break for BCPS is from Monday, November 23, 2026, to Friday, November 27, 2026. Students return to school on Monday, November 30, 2026. ### How many Early Release Days are on the 2026-27 calendar? There are six Early Release Days scheduled for the 2026-27 school year: October 9, December 18, February 12, March 18, April 30, and May 28. Note that five of these (excluding February 12) are also potential hurricane/severe weather make-up days. ### How does Broward County handle hurricane make-up days? BCPS designates several Early Release Days as potential severe weather make-up days. For 2026-27, these are: October 9, December 18, March 18, April 30, and May 28. If schools close for a storm, the district will convert these days into full instructional days to meet state requirements. ### What is the difference between an Employee Planning Day and a holiday? On both days, there is no school for students. However, Employee Planning Days are regular workdays for teachers and staff for training and preparation. ### When does the first semester end for BCPS in 2026-27? The first semester (Semester 1) ends on Friday, December 18, 2026. Semester exams will occur prior to Winter Break. ### What is the special Early Release Day on February 12, 2027? February 12, 2027 is designated as an Early Release Day called 'A Day of Service and Love,' which is a special day recognized by the district. ### Does the BCPS calendar sync automatically to my phone? Yes! Our Google Calendar subscription syncs all BCPS dates directly to your phone. Any changes the district makes, including hurricane make-up days, are updated automatically so you never miss a date. ## Official Source [Official BCPS 2026-27 School Year Calendar (PDF)](https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1766084609/browardschoolscom/jkxyyn4lm3iao4coas4o/2026-2027_School_Calendar_Option1_UPDATED.pdf) ## Get This Calendar on Your Phone Sync the BCPS 2026-27 calendar directly to Google Calendar for $undefined. [Purchase on Etsy](https://schoolcalendars.etsy.com/listing/4462643269/2026-27-school-calendar-google-sync) --- *Last updated: 2026-04-05* *Source: [calendars.school](https://calendars.school) — Auto-updating school district calendars synced to your phone.*