Orange County Public Schools: 2026-27 School Calendar

Complete calendar for all OCPS schools with important dates, breaks, and holidays. Keep scrolling for the full schedule or sync it directly to your phone.

At-a-Glance: Key Dates for the OCPS 2026-27 School Year

Here are the most important dates for Orange County Public Schools. All dates are from the official OCPS calendar.

August 2026

2 events
No Students

Pre-Planning

School Start

First Day of School

September 2026

1 event
Holiday - No School

Labor Day Holiday

October 2026

2 events
Grading Period

End of First Marking Period

No Students

Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

November 2026

1 event
Break - No School

Thanksgiving Break

December 2026

2 events
Grading Period

End of Second Marking Period

Break - No School

Winter Break

January 2027

2 events
No Students

Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

Holiday - No School

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

February 2027

1 event
Holiday - No School

Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day

March 2027

3 events
Grading Period

End of Third Marking Period

No Students

Teacher Workday/Student Holiday

Break - No School

Spring Break

April 2027

1 event
No Students

Teacher Professional Day/Student Holiday

May 2027

2 events
School End

Last Day of School / End of Fourth Marking Period

No Students

Post Planning

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Severe Weather Make-Up Days OCPS designates four prioritized make-up days in case of hurricane or severe weather closures: (1) February 15 - Presidents' Day, (2) April 23 - Professional Day/Student Holiday, (3) November 23 - Monday of Thanksgiving, (4) November 24 - Tuesday of Thanksgiving. The Superintendent may also extend Wednesdays or extend the school year to meet required instructional hours.

Official OCPS 2026-27 Severe Weather Make-Up Days

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Friday, 12:00 PM

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Tuesday, 8:00 PM

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Complete OCPS School Coverage

This calendar covers all Orange County Public Schools across all regions. Whether your child attends elementary, middle, or high school, this is the official district-wide calendar that applies to every OCPS school.

⬆️ North Orange County

Elementary Schools:

Apopka Elementary School
Rock Springs Elementary School
Clay Springs Elementary School
Zellwood Elementary School
Lovell Elementary School
Wolf Lake Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Apopka Memorial Middle School
Wolf Lake Middle School
Piedmont Lakes Middle School
Lockhart Middle School

High Schools:

Apopka High School
Wekiva High School

🏙️ Central Orlando

Elementary Schools:

Baldwin Park Elementary School
Hillcrest Elementary School
Lake Silver Elementary School
Dommerich Elementary School
Audubon Park School (K-8)
Blankner School (K-8)

Middle Schools:

College Park Middle School
Glenridge Middle School
Maitland Middle School
Howard Middle School

High Schools:

Edgewater High School
Colonial High School
Boone High School
Winter Park High School
Jones High School

➡️ East Orange County

Elementary Schools:

Avalon Elementary School
Moss Park Elementary School
Laureate Park Elementary School
Vista Lakes Elementary School
East Lake Elementary School
Chickasaw Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Avalon Middle School
Lake Nona Middle School
Innovation Middle School
Corner Lake Middle School
Union Park Middle School

High Schools:

Timber Creek High School
East River High School
Lake Nona High School
University High School

⬅️ West Orange County

Elementary Schools:

Windermere Elementary School
Dr. Phillips Elementary School
Thornebrooke Elementary School
Ocoee Elementary School
Keene's Crossing Elementary School
Hamlin Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Gotha Middle School
Ocoee Middle School
Bridgewater Middle School
Hamlin Middle School
Horizon West Middle School

High Schools:

Dr. Phillips High School
West Orange High School
Olympia High School
Windermere High School
Ocoee High School
Horizon High School

⬇️ South Orange County

Elementary Schools:

Tangelo Park Elementary School
Sand Lake Elementary School
Meadow Woods Elementary School
Shingle Creek Elementary School
Hunter's Creek Elementary School
Oak Ridge Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Southwest Middle School
Meadow Woods Middle School
Hunter's Creek Middle School
South Creek Middle School
Legacy Middle School

High Schools:

Oak Ridge High School
Freedom High School
Cypress Creek High School
Lake Buena Vista High School
Evans High School

One Calendar for All OCPS Schools

Important: This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Orange County Public Schools. Whether your child attends a school in Orlando, Winter Park, Apopka, Windermere, Dr. Phillips, Lake Nona, or any other community in Orange County, this calendar covers your entire district.

📋 Official Data Sources

All calendar data is sourced directly from the official 2026-27 academic calendars published by Orange County Public Schools.

📄 Source Document

📑Official OCPS 2026-27 School Calendar (PDF)↗
✓Calendar approved by OCPS School Board
✓Updated when district makes changes
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Cross-referenced with official OCPS publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026-27 OCPS Calendar

When is the first day of school for OCPS in 2026?

The first day of school for the Orange County Public Schools 2026-27 school year is Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

When is the last day of school for OCPS in 2027?

The last day of school for the 2026-27 school year is Wednesday, May 26, 2027. This is also the end of the fourth marking period.

When is Winter Break for Orange County schools in 2026-27?

Winter Break runs from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027. Students return to school on Tuesday, January 5, 2027 (Monday, January 4 is a Teacher Workday/Student Holiday).

When is Spring Break for OCPS in 2027?

Spring Break for Orange County Public Schools is from Monday, March 15, 2027, to Friday, March 19, 2027. The preceding Friday, March 12, is also a Teacher Workday/Student Holiday. Students return on Monday, March 22, 2027.

When is Thanksgiving Break for OCPS in 2026?

Thanksgiving Break is the full week from Monday, November 23, 2026, through Friday, November 27, 2026. Students return on Monday, November 30, 2026. Note that the Monday and Tuesday of Thanksgiving week are designated as potential severe weather make-up days.

How does OCPS handle hurricane make-up days?

OCPS designates four prioritized make-up days for severe weather closures: (1) February 15, 2027 (Presidents' Day), (2) April 23, 2027 (Professional Day/Student Holiday), (3) November 23, 2026 (Monday of Thanksgiving), and (4) November 24, 2026 (Tuesday of Thanksgiving). The Superintendent may also extend Wednesdays or extend the school year.

How many marking periods are in the OCPS 2026-27 school year?

OCPS uses four marking periods (quarters). The end dates are: First Marking Period ends October 9, 2026; Second Marking Period ends December 18, 2026; Third Marking Period ends March 11, 2027; and Fourth Marking Period ends May 26, 2027 (the last day of school).

When are teacher workdays when students have no school?

Students have no school on these teacher workdays: August 3-10 (Pre-Planning), October 12 (after first marking period), January 4, 2027 (after Winter Break), March 12, 2027 (after third marking period), April 23, 2027 (Teacher Professional Day), and May 27-28, 2027 (Post Planning).

Does this calendar apply to all Orange County schools including Winter Park, Apopka, and Dr. Phillips?

Yes! This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Orange County Public Schools across every community including Orlando, Winter Park, Apopka, Ocoee, Windermere, Dr. Phillips, Lake Nona, Horizon West, and Hunter's Creek.

Is Presidents' Day a day off for OCPS students in 2027?

Presidents' Day (Monday, February 15, 2027) is currently scheduled as a Teacher Non-Work Day with schools closed. However, it is the first-priority severe weather make-up day, so if hurricane closures occur during the year, this day could be converted into a regular school day.

When do students return after Winter Break for OCPS?

Students return on Tuesday, January 5, 2027, which is also the start of the third marking period. Monday, January 4 is a Teacher Workday/Student Holiday. This follows Winter Break.

Are there early release days on the OCPS 2026-27 calendar?

The official 2026-27 OCPS district calendar does not list designated early release days. Individual schools may have their own early release schedules, so check with your specific school for any additional early dismissal dates.

What is the complete list of no-school days for OCPS in 2026-27?

Students have no school on the following dates: August 3-10 (Pre-Planning), September 7 (Labor Day), October 12 (Teacher Workday), November 23-27 (Thanksgiving Break), December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 (Winter Break), January 4 (Teacher Workday), January 18 (MLK Jr. Day), February 15 (Presidents' Day), March 12 (Teacher Workday), March 15-19 (Spring Break), April 23 (Teacher Professional Day), and May 27-28 (Post Planning). Some of these days may be converted to school days if hurricane make-up days are needed.

Does OCPS have a Veterans Day holiday in 2026?

No, Veterans Day is not listed as a holiday on the official OCPS 2026-27 school calendar. Students attend school on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11, 2026). The next scheduled break after that is Thanksgiving Break starting November 23.

Where does OCPS post school closure announcements during hurricanes?

OCPS posts closure updates on their official website and ParentSquare app. Local media including WESH 2 (NBC), WFTV Channel 9 (ABC), Spectrum News 13, Fox 35 Orlando, and the Orlando Sentinel also broadcast OCPS closure announcements. For the fastest updates, enable push notifications on the ParentSquare app.

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