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Detroit Public Schools Community District school holidays
Days until next break
Thanksgiving Break
Note: Teachers report August 17, 2026. Spring break is the week of March 29 to April 2, 2027, with Good Friday, March 26, also closed. Make-up days are pre-scheduled June 9-18, 2027 if emergency closures occur.
| Event | Dates | Length |
|---|---|---|
| First day of school | Mon, August 24, 2026 | - |
| Thanksgiving Break | Nov 25, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026 | 3 days |
| Winter Break | Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027 | 12 days |
| Mid-Winter Break | Feb 15, 2027 to Feb 19, 2027 | 5 days |
| Spring Break | Mar 26, 2027 to Apr 2, 2027 | 8 days |
| Last day of school | Mon, June 7, 2027 | - |
Source: Detroit Public Schools Community District
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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Detroit Public Schools Community District
Thanksgiving Break
Nov 25, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026
Winter Break
Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027
Mid-Winter Break
Feb 15, 2027 to Feb 19, 2027
Spring Break
Mar 26, 2027 to Apr 2, 2027
Summer break
Jun 8, 2027 to Aug 31, 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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