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

The first day of school for Newark Public Schools is Sep 8.

How do I add the NPS 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.

New Jersey (Essex County) · 13 key dates

Mon, Sep 7Labor DayHoliday

Tue, Sep 8First Day of SchoolAcademic

Mon, Oct 12Indigenous Peoples' DayHoliday

Nov 5 – Nov 6NJEA ConventionHoliday

Wed, Nov 11Veterans DayHoliday

Nov 26 – Nov 27Thanksgiving BreakHoliday

Dec 24 – Jan 1Winter RecessHoliday

Mon, Jan 18Martin Luther King Jr. DayHoliday

Mon, Feb 15Presidents' DayHoliday

Wed, Mar 10Eid al-FitrHoliday

Mar 26 – Apr 2Spring RecessHoliday

Mon, May 31Memorial DayHoliday

Mon, Jun 28Last Day of SchoolAcademic

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