2026-2027 Academic Year
Indiana School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Indiana students, parents, and teachers.
IN · 2026-2027 Academic Year
Indiana School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Indiana students, parents, and teachers.
Quick Answer for Families
When does school start and end in Indiana for 2026-2027?
First Day
Aug 10, 2026
Use for back-to-school planning.
Last Day
May 28, 2027
May shift with make-up days.
Spring Break
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
Confirm with your local district.
District calendars can differ. Always verify final dates with your local school district before booking travel or childcare.
Printed planning copy: Indiana School Calendar 2026-2027
Last updated: 2026-03-10
Official source: https://www.in.gov/doe
Before relying on this printed copy, confirm teacher workdays, early release days, and make-up day rules with your local district.
Indiana School Holidays 2026-2027
Sep 7, 2026
Nov 11, 2026
Nov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026
Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
Jan 18, 2027
Feb 15, 2027
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
May 31, 2027
At-a-glance timeline
Key Dates for Indiana School Year 2026-2027
Quick answers for first day, spring break 2027, last day, and required instruction time.
Aug-May
Starts Aug 10, 2026
Ends May 28, 2027
First Day
Aug 10, 2026
Spring Break
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
Last Day
May 28, 2027
Instructional Days
180 days
Note: Indianapolis area schools start between July 30 and August 13, 2026. Indiana requires 180 days. Verify with your local district.
Official source tracker
How to verify Indiana school calendar dates
Statewide school calendar pages are planning references. Local districts may publish different first day, break, holiday, teacher workday, and make-up day schedules, so final dates should be verified with the district that serves your address.
Use the official source as a planning reference, then confirm district-specific start dates and breaks.
About Indiana School Year 2026-2027
Indiana's public school system is overseen by the Indiana Department of Education and serves students across approximately 290 school corporations and charter schools. The state requires 180 instructional days, and most Indiana districts begin the academic year in early-to-mid August, reflecting a regional trend toward earlier starts that allows the first semester to conclude before winter break. Indiana has been an active state in education reform, having introduced one of the nation's first large-scale school voucher programs — the Indiana Choice Scholarship Program — which provides public funding for eligible students to attend private schools. The state administers the ILEARN assessment in spring for grades 3 through 8, measuring proficiency in English language arts and mathematics, as well as the IREAD-3 assessment for third-grade reading. Indiana also uses the SAT as its high school accountability assessment, making it one of a small number of states to do so. School calendar specifics vary by corporation: Indianapolis Public Schools and other urban districts may schedule additional professional development days or observe local holidays not observed statewide. Indiana's academic calendar typically includes a Thanksgiving break, a winter break in late December, and a spring break in late March or early April. Families should verify exact dates with their local school corporation.
Last updated: 2026-03-10
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Winter break: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
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Spring break: Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
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First day: Aug 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Indiana for 2026-2027?
The Indiana school calendar lists Aug 10, 2026 as the planning reference for the first day of school in 2026. Local districts may approve different start dates, so confirm with your district calendar.
When is the last day of school in Indiana 2026-2027?
The last day of school for Indiana in the 2026-2027 school year is listed as May 28, 2027. The final date can move if a district adds weather or emergency make-up days.
When is winter break in Indiana for 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Indiana is listed as Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027. District calendars can still vary around teacher workdays, early release days, and local holidays.
When is Spring Break in Indiana 2027?
Spring Break in Indiana is listed as Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027. Some districts may choose a different spring break week, especially in large metro areas.
When is Thanksgiving break in Indiana for 2026?
Thanksgiving Break in Indiana is listed as Nov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026. Many districts close for Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, but local calendars should be verified.
How many school days are in Indiana for 2026-2027?
Indiana requires 180 days for the 2026-2027 school year.
Are Indiana school calendar dates the same in every district?
No. Indiana school calendar dates can vary by district because local boards approve their own calendars within state requirements. Use this page as a planning guide, then verify exact dates with your district.