When does Chicago Public Schools start school in 2026–2027?

The first day of school for Chicago Public Schools is Aug 24.

How do I add the CPS 2026–2027 calendar to my phone?

Tap "Add to your phone" on this page to download an .ics file with every date, then open it to import into Google Calendar or Apple Calendar.

Illinois (Cook County) · 11 key dates

Mon, Aug 24First Day of SchoolAcademic

Mon, Sep 7Labor DayHoliday

Mon, Oct 12Indigenous Peoples' DayHoliday

Tue, Nov 3Election DayHoliday

Thu, Nov 26Thanksgiving BreakHoliday

Mon, Dec 21Winter BreakHoliday

Mon, Jan 18Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. DayHoliday

Mon, Feb 15Presidents' DayHoliday

Mon, Mar 22Spring BreakHoliday

Mon, May 31Memorial DayHoliday

Fri, Jun 11Last Day of SchoolAcademic

Compiled from the district's published calendar and subject to change — always verify against the official CPS calendar.