Chicago Public Schools: 2025-26 School Calendar

Complete calendar for all CPS 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 CPS 2025-26 School Year

Here are the most important dates for Chicago Public Schools. All dates are from the official CPS calendar.

January 2026

2 events
Holiday - No School

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

February 2026

2 events
Holiday - No School

Presidents' Day

No School

Professional Development Day

March 2026

3 events
No School

Professional Development Day

No School

Parent-Teacher Conference Day

Break - No School

Spring Vacation

April 2026

1 event
No School

Professional Development Day

May 2026

1 event
Holiday - No School

Memorial Day

June 2026

5 events
School End

Last Day of Instruction (Preschool)

School End

Last Day of Instruction (K-12)

No School

Professional Development Day

No School

Professional Development Day

Holiday - No School

Juneteenth

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Complete CPS School Coverage

This calendar covers all Chicago 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 CPS school.

🏙️ North Side (Lincoln Park, Lakeview)

Elementary Schools:

Lincoln Elementary School
Prescott Elementary School
Alcott Elementary School
Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy
Hawthorne Scholastic Academy
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Harriet Tubman Elementary
Horace Greeley Public School
Inter-American Magnet School
Burley Elementary School
Hamilton Elementary School
Blaine Elementary School
Audubon Elementary School
Bell Elementary School
Brennemann Elementary School
Jahn Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Hawthorne Scholastic Academy
Lincoln Elementary School
Prescott Elementary School
Alcott Elementary School
Burley Elementary School
Hamilton Elementary School
Blaine Elementary School
Chicago Math & Science Academy Middle & High School
Nettelhorst Elementary School

High Schools:

Lincoln Park High School
Northside College Preparatory High School
Lane Tech College Prep High School
Payton College Preparatory High School
Whitney M. Young Magnet High School
Jones College Prep High School
Lake View High School
Amundsen High School

🎨 West Side (Wicker Park, Logan Square)

Elementary Schools:

Pritzker Elementary School
Jonathan Burr Elementary
STEM Magnet Academy Elementary School
Skinner North Elementary School
LaSalle II
Mitchell
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy
Goethe Elementary School
Monroe Elementary School
Yates Elementary School
Chase Elementary School
Mozart Elementary School
Darwin Elementary School
Funston Elementary School

Middle Schools:

Lenart Elementary Regional Gifted Center
A. N. Pritzker School
Sabin Dual Language School
Jonathan Burr Elementary School
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy
Goethe Elementary School
Monroe Elementary School
Yates Elementary School
Chase Elementary School

High Schools:

Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School
Marine Leadership Academy at Ames High School
Aspira Business and Finance High School
Aspira Early College High School
Clemente Community Academy High School
Kelvyn Park High School
North Grand High School
Schurz High School

🎓 South Side (Hyde Park, Bronzeville)

Elementary Schools:

Murray Elementary Language Academy
Ray Elementary School
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
Bronzeville Classical Elementary School
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy

Middle Schools:

Kenwood Academy
Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

High Schools:

Hyde Park Academy High School
Bronzeville Scholastic High School
Williams Medical Prep High School
Wendell Phillips Academy High School

One Calendar for All CPS Schools

Important: This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Chicago Public Schools. Whether your child attends a neighborhood school, a selective enrollment school, or a charter school, this calendar covers your entire district.

📋 Official Data Sources

All calendar data is sourced directly from the official 2025-26 academic calendars published by Chicago Public Schools.

📄 Source Document

📑Official CPS 2025-26 School Year Calendar↗
✓Calendar approved by CPS School Board
✓Updated when district makes changes
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Verified Accuracy

Cross-referenced with official CPS publications

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Complete Coverage

Every holiday, break, and early dismissal included

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025-26 CPS Calendar

How many days off are there in the CPS calendar?

There are more than 35 non-attendance days for students scheduled in the 2025-26 school year. This includes holidays, professional development days, and school improvement days.

Does CPS close for snow days?

CPS prioritizes keeping schools open and closures for snow are rare. The district typically only closes schools for severe weather, such as extreme cold temperatures.

What is the Aspen Parent Portal?

The Aspen Parent Portal is the official online system for Chicago Public Schools where parents can view their child's grades, attendance, and other academic information.

Does this calendar work for selective enrollment or magnet schools?

Yes, this service syncs the official, district-wide calendar that applies to all CPS schools, including neighborhood, magnet, and selective enrollment schools.

When is the first day of school for CPS in 2025?

The first day of school for the 2025-26 school year is Monday, August 26, 2025.

When is Winter Break for Chicago Public Schools?

Winter Break is scheduled to begin on Monday, December 22, 2025, and classes resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.

When is Spring Break for CPS in 2026?

Spring Break is scheduled from Monday, April 6, 2026, to Friday, April 10, 2026.

Are there days off for Chicago municipal elections?

Yes, days for municipal elections are scheduled as non-attendance days for students.

What is a School Improvement Day?

School Improvement Days are non-attendance days for students that are set aside for staff professional development.

When is the last day of school for CPS in 2026?

The last day of school for the 2025-26 school year is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 2026.

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