Sarasota County School Calendar 2025-2026 school year continues to run on Monday, August 11, 2025, and concludes on Friday, May 29, 2026. A Summer Break will also be provided to students from May 30, 2025, through August 10, 2025, and shall apply before the commencement of the new school year. There will be a Thanksgiving Break from November 24-November 28, 2025. Winter Break will commence from December 22, 2025, to January 5, 2026, leading to a two-week break for the students and the personnel. The schedule of Spring Break will be between March 16 and 20, 2026. There are other holidays, such as national holidays: Labor Day (September 1, 2025) and Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 19, 2026), and Memorial Day (May 25, 2026). There are also several professional development, teacher workdays in the calendar during which no school is attended.
Sarasota County School Calendar 25-26
Sarasota County School Calendar 2025-26 PDF
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Sarasota County School Calendar 2025-2026
| Event / Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Pre-planning (Teacher Workdays) | August 5–8, 2025 |
| First Day of School (Students) | August 11, 2025 |
| End of 1st Quarter | October 10, 2025 |
| Teacher Workday (No Students) | October 13, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 24–28, 2025 |
| End of 2nd Quarter / First Semester | December 18, 2025 |
| Winter Break (Students & Staff) | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 |
| Teacher Workday / Staff Development | January 5, 2026 |
| Students Return from Winter Break | January 6, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday | January 19, 2026 |
| Presidents Day Holiday | February 16, 2026 |
| Teacher Staff Development Day | February 23, 2026 |
| End of 3rd Quarter | March 12, 2026 |
| Spring Break (Students & Staff) | March 16–20, 2026 |
| Teacher Workday After Spring Break | March 23, 2026 |
| Memorial Day Holiday | May 25, 2026 |
| Last Day of School for Students | May 27, 2026 |
| Post-planning (Teacher Workday) | May 28, 2026 |
| Summer Break Begins | May 28, 2026 |
Sarasota County Schools, a well-developed district on the Gulf Coast of Florida, has become one of the most reputable local school systems that, at the same time, focuses on the excellence of learning and educational programs along with student-centered education. The district has more than 40,000 students and caters to more than 50 schools, comprising elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and charter schools. Sarasota County Schools is one of the best-performing schools in the state, which has been achieved due to exemplary leadership, excellent teachers, and a comprehensive curriculum, not forgetting about personal growth and academic success. The district emphasizes STEM education, arts, career, and technical training that gets the students ready to succeed in both college and employment.
Besides learning, Sarasota County Schools also have a very rich extracurricular program and secure, positive educational environments. Activities such as music, visual arts, sports, and community services are also important to student life. Equity and inclusion are also important to the district, which means that each student has equal access to the necessary resources and support. By focusing on the future of education, such as the use of technology and blended learning, Sarasota County Schools is working toward establishing a firm foundation of continued education and citizenship in the community and the whole nation. The collaboration with families and the community also enhances its mission of empowering every student to achieve his/her maximum potential.
Sarasota County School Holidays 2025-2026
| Holiday / Break | Dates |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | Monday, September 1, 2025 |
| Fall Break / Teacher Workday | Monday–Tuesday, October 13–14, 2025 |
| Veterans Day | Tuesday, November 11, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break | Monday–Friday, November 24–28, 2025 |
| Winter Break (Christmas Break) | Monday, December 22, 2025 – Friday, January 2, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, January 19, 2026 |
| Presidents’ Day | Monday, February 16, 2026 |
| Spring Break | Monday–Friday, March 16–20, 2026 |
| Easter Monday | Monday, April 6, 2026 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
Sarasota County School 2025-26 Teacher Workdays Calendar
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| July 1–4, 2025 | Staff Non-Work Days | District closed, no work for staff |
| July 14, 2025 | Staff Return (220-day employees) | Early staff return for administrative roles |
| August 4, 2025 | Staff Return (196-day employees) | Teachers report for pre-planning |
| October 13, 2025 | Professional Development Day (No students) | Required training day |
| January 5, 2026 | Post-Winter Break Teacher Workday | Planning day after winter break |
| March 23, 2026 | Spring Professional Development Day | Teacher in-service, no students |
Notes:
- Student Start Date: 2025/08/11
- The last day of the Student: May 27, 2026
- These are called workdays and are mandatory for the teacher and staff only, but not for the students.
- The school-level planning or grading days can be incorporated in the form of an additional planning day or grading day.
Sarasota County School 2025–2026 Bell and Period Schedules
High School Sample Schedule (Typical 8-Period Day)
| Period | Time | Approx. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7:30 AM – 8:21 AM | ~51 minutes |
| 2nd | 8:26 AM – 9:15 AM | ~49 minutes |
| 3rd | 9:20 AM – 10:09 AM | ~49 minutes |
| 4th / Lunch | 10:09 AM – 10:39 AM | ~30 minutes (lunch block) |
| 5th | 10:45 AM – 11:33 AM | ~48 minutes |
| 6th | 11:39 AM – 12:27 PM | ~48 minutes |
| 7th | 12:33 PM – 1:21 PM | ~48 minutes |
| 8th | 1:27 PM – 2:15 PM | ~48 minutes |
To provide standardization in education time, Sarasota County high schools have shifted towards the minimum standard of 48-minute periods.
Overview of the Schedule for Middle School
- The middle school monitoring takes place at 8:50 AM, and classes probably start not very long after.
- They can have 6 to 7 periods per day, according to school.
- There is a change in the starting and ending time that aligns with the new Florida law that mandates that middle schools not begin before 8:00 AM.
General Schedule of Elementary School
- The majority of elementary schools start by either 7:30 AM or 8:00 AM, depending on the given campus.
- Firing is usually between 2.15 PM and 2:45 PM.
- Periods are organized in terms of basic sections, enrichment (art, music, PE), and lunch/recess.
Notes:
- High schools have sessions of ~48 minutes, 8 of them.
- Middle schools start learning after 8.50 AM.
- Times at elementary schools differ depending on the location, but they usually begin earlier as compared to middle and high schools.
- Every schedule meets the revised state standards of school start time and instructional minimums.
Sarasota County Schools – Syllabus Overview (2025–26)
Elementary School (Example: 4th Grade)
| Subject | Quarter 1 | Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English/ELA | Reading comprehension, vocabulary, narrative writing | Informational texts, grammar, writing process | Poetry, opinion writing, fluency | Research projects, review, and final assessments |
| Math | Place value, addition & subtraction | Multiplication & division, fractions | Geometry, measurement | Data & graphing, review & problem solving |
| Science | Life science basics, ecosystems | Earth science: rocks, weather | Physical science: matter & energy | Scientific method, review projects |
| Social Studies | Communities & geography | U.S. history: early settlements | State history, civics | Map skills, review, and assessments |
Middle School (Example: 7th Grade)
| Subject | Quarter 1 | Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English/ELA | Narrative writing, literary analysis | Informational text, research skills | Argumentative writing, fluency | Poetry, projects, end-of-year assessments |
| Math | Ratios, proportions, integers | Expressions, equations, inequalities | Geometry, area & volume | Statistics, probability, review |
| Science | Life science: cells & genetics | Ecology, environmental science | Physical science: forces & motion | Chemistry basics, review labs & projects |
| Social Studies | Ancient civilizations | Middle Ages & Renaissance | U.S. history overview | Government & civics, review projects |
High School (Example: 10th Grade – Algebra 2 / English 2)
| Subject | Quarter 1 | Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English 2 | Literary analysis: novels & short stories | Argumentative essays, research writing | Drama & poetry, literary devices | Review, projects, final exam prep |
| Algebra 2 | Linear functions, equations, inequalities | Quadratics, polynomials | Rational expressions, exponential & logarithmic functions | Probability, statistics, review |
| Science (Biology) | Cells, genetics, molecular biology | Evolution & ecology | Human body systems | Lab projects, review & final assessment |
| Social Studies (World History) | Early civilizations & medieval period | Renaissance & exploration | Modern world history | Global conflicts & current events, review |
FAQs
Q: How do I register or re-register my child for school?
A: The parents should register the students via the Focus Parent Portal. New students also including incoming kindergarteners, should present necessary documents online and contact their registrar at the school to complete the admission process.
Q: What is the Focus Parent Portal, and how do I use it?
A: The most popular portal of Sarasota County Schools is the Focus Parent Portal. It gives the parents the ability to check student enrollment, grades, attendance, schedules, and communicate with teachers and school personnel.
Q: How can I register my child for bus transportation?
A: When registering students, the transportation enrollment is accomplished in the Focus Parent Portal. The bus lines and stops are normally posted in the latter part of July, before the start of the school year.
Q: What safety measures are in place at Sarasota County Schools?
A: The district also has safety procedures that are in place, such as weapons detection systems, school resource officers, lockdown procedures, and safety drills. Emergency plans are constantly revised to guarantee student safety.
Q: How does school choice and controlled open enrollment work?
A: The families can have up to three school options out of their assigned zone, magnet, and charter schools during the controlled open enrollment period. The choice is usually dependent on the availability of seats and might entail the use of a lottery system.
