Prince George’s County Schools Calendar – The year opens with Professional Duty Days August 13–22, 2025, student orientation on August 25, and the first day of classes on Tuesday, August 26. Notable Holidays: Labor Day (Sept 1), Rosh Hashanah PD day (Sept 23), Yom Kippur (Oct 2), and Oct 17, PD full day. The first quarter finishes (with early dismissal) on Oct. 31, and parent-teacher conferences close schools Nov. 11. Thanksgiving break occurs Nov. 26–28, and winter break is over Dec 22–Jan 2.
2025-2026 School Year Calendar: Winter break will be followed by MLK Day on January 19, the second quarter ends January 26 with early dismissal. A full-day teacher planning day on Feb 13, half-day students on Feb 16 (Presidents’ Day), and spring events include observances for Ramadan/Eid (Feb/Mar), a professional day on Mar 20, and spring break Mar 30–Apr 2. The last day of school is on Friday, June 12, 2026, with an early dismissal, and June 15–17 are weather make-up days, and the year formally ends on June 16 for teachers.
Prince George’s County Schools Calendar 2025-2026
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Independence Day – Schools & Offices Closed | Friday, July 4, 2025 |
| Professional Duty Days for New Teachers | August 13–15, 2025 |
| Professional Duty Days for All Teachers | August 18–22, 2025 |
| Student Orientation Day (PD for Teachers) | Monday, August 25, 2025 |
| First Day of School for All Students | Tuesday, August 26, 2025 |
| Labor Day – Schools & Offices Closed | Monday, September 1, 2025 |
| Teacher Planning (Half-Day) – Early Dismissal for Students | Friday, September 12, 2025 |
| Rosh Hashanah – Schools Closed | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 |
| Yom Kippur – Schools Closed (inclement-day slot) | Thursday, October 2, 2025 |
| Professional Development – Schools Closed | Friday, October 17, 2025 |
| End of Q1 + Early Dismissal for Grading | October 31, 2025 |
| Parent‑Teacher Conferences – Schools Closed | November 11, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break – Schools & Offices Closed | November 26–28, 2025 |
| Teacher Planning (Half-Day) – Early Dismissal | Friday, December 19, 2025 |
| Winter Break & Christmas – Schools & Offices Closed | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 |
| New Year’s Day – Schools & Offices Closed | January 1, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Schools & Offices Closed | January 19, 2026 |
| End of Q2 + Early Dismissal for Grading | Monday, January 26, 2026 |
| Teacher Planning (Half-Day) – Early Dismissal | Friday, February 13, 2026 |
| Presidents’ Day – Schools & Offices Closed | Monday, February 16, 2026 |
| Professional Development (Eid & inclement-day slot) | Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| End of Q3 + Early Dismissal for Grading | Friday, March 27, 2026 |
| Spring Break – Schools Closed | March 30 – April 2, 2026 |
| Teacher Planning (Half-Day) – Early Dismissal | Wednesday, April 22, 2026 |
| Memorial Day – Schools & Offices Closed | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
| Eid al-Adha (inclement-day slot) | Wednesday, May 27, 2026 |
| Last Day for Students & End of Q4 + Early Dismissal | Friday, June 12, 2026 |
| Teacher Last Day (if no inclement-day extensions used) | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
| Juneteenth – Schools & Offices Closed | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
Prince George’s County Public Schools Calendar – (PGCPS) is among the biggest and most varied school systems in the USA, which educates over 130000 students in more than 200 schools and centers in Maryland. The district borders Washington, D.C., and is made up of urban, suburban, and rural communities. PGCPS has numerous academic programs, such as International Baccalaureate (IB), Science and Technology, Creative and Performing Arts, Montessori, and dual-language immersion. The district is concentrated on equity, academic achievement, and college and career readiness.
Division’s 2025-26 School Year Calendar Now Available- PGCPS is also dedicated to presenting new learning facilities, incorporating technology in the classrooms, and providing strong support services, including special education, mental health services, and English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). The school year usually starts at the end of August and continues until the middle of June. A CEO, who is under the direction of a Board of Education, oversees the operations of the district, which aims to provide a high-quality education and involvement with the community in all of the schools.
Prince George’s County Schools Holidays 2025-2026
| Date(s) | Holiday / Break |
|---|---|
| Friday, July 4, 2025 | Independence Day |
| Monday, September 1, 2025 | Labor Day |
| Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | Rosh Hashanah |
| Thursday, October 2, 2025 | Yom Kippur |
| Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | Veterans Day |
| Wednesday–Friday, November 26–28, 2025 | Thanksgiving Break |
| Monday–Friday, December 22–26, 2025 | Winter Break (Christmas Week) |
| Wednesday–Friday, December 31, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | New Year Holiday |
| Monday, January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Monday, February 16, 2026 | Presidents’ Day |
| Friday, March 20, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr |
| Monday–Thursday, March 30–April 2, 2026 | Spring Break |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| Friday, June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth |
FAQs
Q: How and when can I register my child in Pre-K or Kindergarten in Prince George’s County?
A: April pre-registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten begins in April each year, and families submit necessary paperwork (birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residency) through the Scribbles dashboard, then verify in person at the school.
Q: How do I find out what bus my child has been assigned, or how do I request one?
A: After registration, bus assignments are accessed through ParentVUE or the InfoFinder tool. Families can use InfoFinder to enter their address to know if they are assigned a bus by default or not. It also supports postcard notifications and real-time tracking through the “StopFinder” app.
Q: What is the process for volunteering in PGCPS schools?
A: Fill out the annual online volunteer application form, which is compiled each year by interested volunteers in the community. Remember, approved volunteers must sign in using the school’s Raptor system and follow the Code of Conduct and any school-level protocols to assist in classroom and extracurricular activities.
Q: What are the admission requirements/information for PGCPS High School Specialty Programs?
A: In addition to completing a Scriborder application, listings of teacher recommendations, core-course grades, and extracurricular insights, for some programs (NMSC), scores on standardized tests are required. Capacity is limited; students will be placed on a waiting list.
Q: Can I enroll my high school student in dual enrollment classes through PGCPS?
A: Yes! High school juniors and seniors with a sufficient weighted (2.5 at minimum >3.0 unweighted) GPA and acceptable ACT/SAT/ACCUPLACER scores are eligible. Tuition for courses at Maryland public colleges is covered (certain restrictions apply to course types and retakes), and transportation is the responsibility of the family.