# Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS): 2026-27 School Calendar

Projected 2026-27 MSCS calendar with auto-sync. Track Fall Break, both Spring Breaks, and ice-day closures. First day Aug 3, last day May 20.

> **Full interactive page:** [https://calendars.school/tn-mscs-memphis-school-calendar-2026-27](https://calendars.school/tn-mscs-memphis-school-calendar-2026-27)

## Key Dates

| Date | Event | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 3, 2026 | First Day of School (Beginning of Q1) | School Start |
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day | Holiday |
| September 10, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (High School, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| September 15, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (Middle School, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| September 17, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (Elementary, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| October 2, 2026 | End of Q1 | Grading Period |
| October 5, 2026 | Beginning of Q2 | Grading Period |
| October 12, 2026 – October 16, 2026 | Fall Break | Break |
| October 19, 2026 | Students Return from Fall Break | School Resume |
| November 10, 2026 | Inservice Day (Students Out) | No Students |
| November 11, 2026 | Veterans Day | Holiday |
| November 23, 2026 – November 27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break | Break |
| November 30, 2026 | Students Return from Thanksgiving Break | School Resume |
| December 16, 2026 – December 18, 2026 | Semester Exams | Testing |
| December 18, 2026 | End of Q2/S1 | Grading Period |
| December 21, 2026 – December 31, 2026 | Winter Break | Break |
| January 1, 2027 – January 4, 2027 | Winter Break (continued) | Break |
| January 5, 2027 | Students Return (Beginning of Q3/S2) | School Resume |
| January 18, 2027 | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Holiday |
| January 21, 2027 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (High School, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| January 26, 2027 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (Middle School, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| January 28, 2027 | Parent/Teacher Conferences (Elementary, 4-7 p.m.) | other |
| February 12, 2027 | Stockpiled PD Day (Students Out) | No Students |
| February 15, 2027 | Presidents Day | Holiday |
| March 12, 2027 | End of Q3 | Grading Period |
| March 15, 2027 – March 19, 2027 | Spring Break | Break |
| March 22, 2027 | Students Return (Beginning of Q4) | School Resume |
| March 26, 2027 – March 29, 2027 | Spring Break II (Good Friday through Easter Monday) | Break |
| March 30, 2027 | Students Return from Spring Break II | School Resume |
| May 18, 2027 – May 20, 2027 | Semester Exams | Testing |
| May 20, 2027 | Last Day for Students (End of Q4/S2) | School End |

> **Two Spring Breaks in 2026-27:** MSCS has two separate spring breaks: Spring Break (March 15-19) and Spring Break II (March 26-29, Good Friday through Easter Monday). Easter falls on March 28, 2027, so the two breaks are just one school week apart. Plan childcare for both weeks.
> Source: Projected from MSCS Board-Approved 2025-26 Student Calendar patterns

## School Coverage

This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Whether your child attends any of the 150+ schools listed above, or any other MSCS school including iZone and Optional/magnet programs, this calendar covers your entire district across all regions and grade levels. Note: MSCS does not include the separate municipal districts of Collierville, Germantown, Bartlett, Arlington, Lakeland, or Millington.

### Northeast Memphis & Cordova

**Elementary Schools:** Cordova Elementary, Kate Bond Elementary, Chimneyrock Elementary, Hickory Ridge Elementary, Germanshire Elementary, Macon-Hall Elementary, Lucy Elementary, Shelby Oaks Elementary, Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary, Wells Station Elementary, Barret's Chapel Elementary, Oakshire Elementary

**Middle Schools:** Cordova Middle, Kate Bond Middle, Raleigh Egypt Middle

**High Schools:** Cordova High, Bolton High, Raleigh-Egypt High, Northeast Prep Academy

### Northwest Memphis & Frayser

**Elementary Schools:** Frayser/Corning Elementary, Georgian Hills Elementary, Northaven Elementary, Westside Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Cromwell Elementary, Springdale Elementary, Dunbar Elementary, Kingsbury Elementary, Treadwell Elementary, Vollentine Elementary, Bruce Elementary, Hawkins Mill Elementary

**Middle Schools:** Westside Middle, Georgian Hills Middle, Kingsbury Middle, Treadwell Middle, Grandview Heights Middle

**High Schools:** Westwood High, Trezevant High, Kingsbury High, Manassas High, Craigmont High

### Southeast Memphis & Hickory Hill

**Elementary Schools:** Southwind Elementary, Winchester Elementary, Oakhaven Elementary, Parkway Village Elementary, Getwell Elementary, Fox Meadows Elementary, Scenic Hills Elementary, Richland Elementary, Riverwood Elementary, Double Tree Elementary, Egypt Elementary, Levi Elementary, Oak Forest Elementary

**Middle Schools:** Oakhaven Middle, American Way Middle, Hickory Ridge Middle, Colonial Middle, Ridgeway Middle

**High Schools:** Southwind High, Oakhaven High, Kirby High, Wooddale High, Ridgeway High

### Southwest Memphis & Whitehaven

**Elementary Schools:** Whitehaven Elementary, Westhaven Elementary, Sheffield Elementary, Alcy Elementary, Crump Elementary, Sea Isle Elementary, South Park Elementary, Ford Road Elementary, Holmes Road Elementary, Ross Elementary, Sharpe Elementary, Willow Oaks Elementary, Cherokee Elementary

**Middle Schools:** Havenview Middle, Bellevue Middle, Chickasaw Middle, Sherwood Middle, A. Maceo Walker Middle

**High Schools:** Whitehaven High, Fairley High, Mitchell High, Melrose High, Sheffield High

### Midtown, Downtown & East Memphis

**Elementary Schools:** Grahamwood Elementary, Idlewild Elementary, Peabody Elementary, Downtown Elementary, White Station Elementary, Highland Oaks Elementary, Balmoral-Ridgeway Elementary, Rozelle Elementary, Berclair Elementary, Newberry Elementary

**Middle Schools:** White Station Middle, Highland Oaks Middle, Maxine Smith STEAM Academy, Craigmont Middle, Woodstock Middle

**High Schools:** White Station High, Central High, East High, Overton High, Hollis F. Price Middle College High

## Frequently Asked Questions

### When is the first day of school for Memphis-Shelby County Schools in 2026?

The projected first day of school for the MSCS 2026-27 school year is Monday, August 3, 2026. This marks the beginning of Q1 and the first semester. MSCS traditionally starts on the first Monday in August.

### When is the last day of school for MSCS in 2027?

The projected last day for students is Thursday, May 20, 2027. This date also marks the end of Q4 and the second semester. Semester exams are expected to run May 18-20.

### When is Fall Break for Memphis-Shelby County Schools in 2026?

Fall Break is projected to run from Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16, 2026. Students return on Monday, October 19. This break comes right after the end of Q1 on October 2.

### When is Winter Break for MSCS in 2026-27?

Winter Break is projected to run from Monday, December 21, 2026 through Monday, January 4, 2027. Students return on Tuesday, January 5, 2027, which begins Q3 and the second semester. Semester exams are expected December 16-18 before break.

### Does MSCS have two Spring Breaks in 2026-27?

Yes. MSCS traditionally schedules two spring breaks. Spring Break is projected for March 15-19, 2027, and Spring Break II (Good Friday through Easter Monday) is projected for March 26-29, 2027. Because Easter falls on March 28, 2027, the two breaks are just one school week apart in 2026-27.

### When is Thanksgiving Break for Memphis schools in 2026?

Thanksgiving Break is projected for the full week of November 23-27, 2026. Students return on Monday, November 30. Note that November 10 (Inservice) and November 11 (Veterans Day) are also expected student days off earlier that month.

### Are there professional development days when students are out in 2026-27?

Yes. Key projected student-out days include November 10 (Inservice Day) and February 12 (Stockpiled PD Day). Teachers also typically have professional development days before the school year starts in late July that do not affect student attendance.

### When are Parent/Teacher Conferences for MSCS in 2026-27?

Fall conferences are projected by level: High School on September 10, Middle School on September 15, and Elementary on September 17, 2026. Spring conferences follow the same pattern: High School on January 21, Middle School on January 26, and Elementary on January 28, 2027. All conferences typically run 4-7 p.m.

### When are semester exams for MSCS in 2026-27?

First semester exams are projected for December 16-18, 2026, just before Winter Break. Second semester exams are projected for May 18-20, 2027, with May 20 being the last day of school.

### Is this calendar for all Memphis-Shelby County Schools?

Yes. This district-wide calendar applies to all MSCS schools -- elementary, middle, and high -- across all regions, including iZone and Optional/magnet programs. It does not cover the separate municipal districts of Collierville, Germantown, Bartlett, Arlington, Lakeland, or Millington.

### Is the MSCS 2026-27 calendar official or projected?

This calendar is projected based on established MSCS scheduling patterns. As of early 2026, MSCS is still surveying parents on the 2026-27 calendar. Once the board approves the official calendar, this page will be updated with the final dates. Check scsk12.org for the latest information.

### What happens if Memphis schools close for severe weather or ice storms?

MSCS announces closures and delays through WMC Action News 5, WREG News Channel 3, the MSCS app, and social media. Stockpiled PD days may be used as make-up days. Monitor scsk12.org and local Memphis news stations for real-time updates during severe weather.

### When are the grading period dates for MSCS 2026-27?

Projected grading periods: Q1 runs August 3 to October 2. Q2 runs October 5 to December 18. Q3 runs January 5 to March 12. Q4 runs March 22 to May 20. The first semester covers Q1+Q2 and the second semester covers Q3+Q4.

### Does MSCS observe Veterans Day and Presidents Day?

Yes. Veterans Day (November 11, 2026) and Presidents Day (February 15, 2027) are both expected student days off. Veterans Day falls on a Wednesday in 2026, with the November 10 Inservice Day giving students a two-day midweek break.

### What is the difference between MSCS and the Shelby County municipal school districts?

MSCS serves the city of Memphis and unincorporated Shelby County. Six suburban municipalities operate their own separate districts: Collierville Schools, Germantown Municipal School District, Bartlett City Schools, Arlington Community Schools, Lakeland School System, and Millington Municipal Schools. This calendar applies only to MSCS.

## Official Source

[Official MSCS Calendar Page (scsk12.org)](https://www.scsk12.org/calendar25/)

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*Last updated: 2026-04-04*

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