Palm Beach County School Calendar – In the 2025–2026 school year, students in the district return to school with a back-to-school kickoff on the first day, Monday, August 11, 2025. Among the major holidays celebrated by the district are Labor Day (September 1), two Palm Beach School Calendar (September 23 and October 2), Thanksgiving Break (November 24 – 28), and Winter Break (December 22 – January 2). Spring Break (March 16–20) is followed by another Spring Holiday on April 3.
Other important closure dates include Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 19) and Memorial Day (May 25), along with six scheduled teacher workdays/professional development days: October 17, November 11, January 5, February 18, March 23, and June 1. The final student day will be Friday, May 29, 2026. The academic year will conclude with district-wide staff planning. Both elementary and secondary are on either a trimester or quarter structure to help pace the instruction.
Palm Beach School Calendar 25-26 PDF
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Palm Beach School Calendar 2025-2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 11, 2025 | First Day of School |
| October 17, 2025 | Teacher Work Day (No Students) |
| November 11, 2025 | Professional Development Day |
| January 5, 2026 | Teacher Work Day (No Students) |
| February 18, 2026 | Professional Development Day |
| March 23, 2026 | Teacher Work Day (No Students) |
| June 1, 2026 | Teacher Work Day (No Students) |
| May 29, 2026 | Last Day of School |
Palm Beach County School District is among the biggest and most distinguished public school districts in Florida, serving approximately 190,000 students on more than 180 campuses. It is situated in the southeastern part of Florida and comprises such big cities as West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Delray Beach. The district has numerous academic programs, such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual enrollment, and career and technical education, to address the needs of different students.
2025-2026 Academic Calendar – Palm Beach County School: The school has a classic academic calendar, so the school year starts at the beginning of August and finishes at the end of May. The schools in Palm Beach are dedicated to providing excellence in education, and they put a lot of emphasis on academic excellence, innovation, and equity. The students also experience the advantage of modern facilities, technology, as well as well-trained teachers. The district is also full-service, so special education, mental health programs, and English language learning are available. One of the priorities is community involvement and student safety, which is district-wide.
Palm Beach School Holiday 2025-2026
| Date(s) | Holiday / Break |
|---|---|
| Thursday, July 3, 2025 | Independence Day (Observed) |
| Monday, September 1, 2025 | Labor Day |
| Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | Fall Holiday |
| Thursday, October 2, 2025 | Fall Holiday |
| Monday to Friday, November 24–28, 2025 | Thanksgiving Break |
| Monday to Friday, December 22–26, 2025 | Winter Break |
| Monday to Friday, December 29, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | New Year Holiday Extension |
| Monday, January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Monday to Friday, March 16–20, 2026 | Spring Break |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Spring Holiday |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| Thursday, June 18, 2026 | Juneteenth (Observed) |
Palm Beach School 2025-2026 Teacher Workdays Calendar
| Date | Day | Description |
|---|---|---|
| August 4–8, 2025 | Monday–Friday | Pre-School Teacher Planning Days (No Students) |
| October 17, 2025 | Friday | Teacher Work Day / Secondary Duty Day / Elementary Professional Development Day |
| November 11, 2025 | Tuesday | Professional Development Day / Elementary Duty Day (No Students) |
| January 5, 2026 | Monday | Teacher Work Day / Secondary Duty Day / Elementary Professional Development Day |
| February 18, 2026 | Wednesday | Professional Development Day / Elementary Duty Day (No Students) |
| March 23, 2026 | Monday | Teacher Work Day / Secondary Duty Day / Elementary Professional Development Day |
| June 1, 2026 | Monday | Teacher Work Day (Post-Planning) / Secondary and Elementary Duty Day (No Students) |
Notes:
- Students step back into class on August 11, 2025, and the last day of school is May 30, 2026.
- Teacher Workdays: These dates are meant for staff planning time, training, grading, and additional professional duties.
- Examples of this include Secondary Duty Day or Elementary Professional Development Days, where the workday falls mid-week and training is required by level.
- Students finish the academic year on May 2,8, and June 1, 2026, which is the official Post-Planning Day for teachers.
- The Palm Beach County School Board has a strict academic calendar for next year, and these are the dates of student holidays.
FAQs
Q: What are the beginning and ending dates of the 20252026 school year in Palm Beach County?
A: The school year begins on Monday, August 11, 2025, and ends on Friday, May 29, 2026.
Q: What do I do to place my child in a public school in Palm Beach County?
A: Registration may be done online via the School District of Palm Beach County site, or you can go to your zoned school with the following documents: proof of residence, birth certificate, immunization records, and last school records.
Q: What are the School choice or magnet programs?
A: Palm Beach County has an extensive selection of Choice and Magnet programs: arts, STEM, IB, medical, and dual language programs. The applications usually start in November of the current year to the following academic year.
Q: What is the zoned school for my child?
A: The official site of the district offers you the  School Boundaries Locator Tool, where you need to insert your home address.
Q: Is lunch served, and how do I apply for free or reduced lunch?
A: Yes, there is breakfast and lunch provided at schools. At the start of every school year, families can apply to receive free or reduced-price meals online through the School Food Service portal.
