Note: APS calls its December closure the December Break and its February week the Winter Break. Students return from the December break on January 5, 2027.
| Event | Dates | Length |
|---|---|---|
| First day of school | Mon, August 3, 2026 | - |
| Fall Break | Oct 12, 2026 to Oct 16, 2026 | 5 days |
| Thanksgiving Break | Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026 | 5 days |
| December Break | Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027 | 12 days |
| Winter Break | Feb 15, 2027 to Feb 19, 2027 | 5 days |
| Spring Break | Apr 5, 2027 to Apr 9, 2027 | 5 days |
| Last day of school | Thu, May 27, 2027 | - |
Source: Atlanta Public Schools
Last checked: Tue, July 28, 2026
Individual schools within a district can vary, always confirm with your school before booking travel.
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Atlanta Public Schools
Fall Break
Oct 12, 2026 to Oct 16, 2026
Thanksgiving Break
Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026
December Break
Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027
Winter Break
Feb 15, 2027 to Feb 19, 2027
Spring Break
Apr 5, 2027 to Apr 9, 2027
Summer break
May 28, 2027 to Aug 1, 2027
Jefferson County Schools
Thanksgiving Holidays
Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026
Holiday Break
Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break
Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027
Summer break
May 28, 2027 to Aug 31, 2027
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