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

The first day of school for NYC Public Schools is Sep 10.

How do I add the NYCPS 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 York (New York City) · 14 key dates

Thu, Sep 10First Day of SchoolAcademic

Mon, Sep 21Yom KippurHoliday

Mon, Oct 12Italian Heritage/Indigenous Peoples' DayHoliday

Wed, Nov 11Veterans DayHoliday

Nov 26 – Nov 27Thanksgiving RecessHoliday

Dec 24 – Jan 1Winter RecessHoliday

Mon, Jan 18Martin Luther King Jr. DayHoliday

Feb 15 – Feb 19Midwinter RecessHoliday

Tue, Mar 9Eid al-FitrHoliday

Fri, Mar 26Good FridayHoliday

Apr 22 – Apr 30Spring RecessHoliday

Mon, May 17Eid al-AdhaHoliday

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 NYCPS calendar.