2026-2027 Academic Year
Louisiana School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Louisiana students, parents, and teachers.
LA · 2026-2027 Academic Year
Louisiana School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Louisiana students, parents, and teachers.
Quick Answer for Families
When does school start and end in Louisiana for 2026-2027?
First Day
Aug 10, 2026
Use for back-to-school planning.
Last Day
May 21, 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: Louisiana School Calendar 2026-2027
Last updated: 2026-03-10
Official source: https://www.louisianabelieves.com
Before relying on this printed copy, confirm teacher workdays, early release days, and make-up day rules with your local district.
Louisiana 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
Feb 9, 2027
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
May 31, 2027
At-a-glance timeline
Key Dates for Louisiana 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 21, 2027
First Day
Aug 10, 2026
Spring Break
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
Last Day
May 21, 2027
Instructional Days
177 days
Note: St. Tammany Parish Public Schools confirmed August 10, 2026. Louisiana requires 177 days or 63,720 minutes. Verify with your local parish school board.
Official source tracker
How to verify Louisiana 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 Louisiana School Year 2026-2027
Louisiana's public school system is overseen by the Louisiana Department of Education and requires a minimum of 177 instructional days per school year, one of the lower minimums among U.S. states. The academic year typically begins in early August and concludes in late May, reflecting the state's warm climate and the desire to complete the school year before the intense summer heat. Louisiana observes all federal holidays, with standard breaks for Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring. A notable feature of Louisiana's school calendar is the observance of Mardi Gras, which falls in February and is treated as a school holiday in many parishes, particularly in the greater New Orleans area. This culturally significant celebration reflects the state's unique French and Creole heritage. The New Orleans metropolitan area operates a distinctive school landscape, with a high concentration of charter schools following the post-Hurricane Katrina restructuring of the Recovery School District. Louisiana has implemented rigorous academic standards and a strong accountability framework, and the state has shown measurable improvement in student achievement over recent years. Families should note that individual parish school boards set their own specific calendars within state parameters, so schedules can vary meaningfully across regions.
Last updated: 2026-03-10
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First day: Aug 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Louisiana for 2026-2027?
The Louisiana 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 Louisiana 2026-2027?
The last day of school for Louisiana in the 2026-2027 school year is listed as May 21, 2027. The final date can move if a district adds weather or emergency make-up days.
When is winter break in Louisiana for 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Louisiana 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 Louisiana 2027?
Spring Break in Louisiana 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 Louisiana for 2026?
Thanksgiving Break in Louisiana 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 Louisiana for 2026-2027?
Louisiana requires 177 days for the 2026-2027 school year.
Are Louisiana school calendar dates the same in every district?
No. Louisiana 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.