2026-2027 Academic Year
Oregon School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Oregon students, parents, and teachers.
OR · 2026-2027 Academic Year
Oregon School Calendar 2026-2027
School year dates, holidays, and breaks for Oregon students, parents, and teachers.
Quick Answer for Families
When does school start and end in Oregon for 2026-2027?
First Day
Sep 2, 2026
Use for back-to-school planning.
Last Day
Jun 18, 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: Oregon School Calendar 2026-2027
Last updated: 2026-03-10
Official source: https://www.pps.net
Before relying on this printed copy, confirm teacher workdays, early release days, and make-up day rules with your local district.
Oregon 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 Oregon School Year 2026-2027
Quick answers for first day, spring break 2027, last day, and required instruction time.
Sep-Jun
Starts Sep 2, 2026
Ends Jun 18, 2027
First Day
Sep 2, 2026
Spring Break
Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
Last Day
Jun 18, 2027
Instructional Days
165 days
Note: Portland Public Schools has published 2026-2027 calendar. Oregon requires 165 instructional days or 900/990 hours. Verify with your local district.
Official source tracker
How to verify Oregon 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 Oregon School Year 2026-2027
Oregon's public school system is administered by the Oregon Department of Education and has one of the more flexible instructional time requirements in the nation, mandating a minimum of 165 days or 900 instructional hours per school year. This hours-based alternative allows districts to design schedules that meet community needs without being strictly bound to a day count. The academic year typically begins after Labor Day in early September and concludes in mid-June. Oregon observes all federal holidays, with standard breaks for Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring. The state's diverse geography — spanning coastal communities, the Willamette Valley, high desert regions, and mountainous areas — means that local weather conditions can significantly influence school schedules, particularly in rural and mountain districts where snow days may require calendar adjustments. Portland Public Schools, the state's largest district, may adopt a modified calendar with additional professional development days and culturally responsive observances. Oregon has been at the forefront of progressive education policy, including the adoption of the Oregon Diploma requirements, which emphasize extended application learning and student-centered assessments. The state also has a strong commitment to early childhood education and has expanded access to preschool programs in recent years.
Last updated: 2026-03-10
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School Holidays 2026-2027
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Winter break: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
Spring Break 2027
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Spring break: Mar 29, 2027 – Apr 2, 2027
First Day of School 2026
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First day: Sep 2, 2026
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Printable Planning
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Oregon for 2026-2027?
The Oregon school calendar lists Sep 2, 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 Oregon 2026-2027?
The last day of school for Oregon in the 2026-2027 school year is listed as Jun 18, 2027. The final date can move if a district adds weather or emergency make-up days.
When is winter break in Oregon for 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Oregon 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 Oregon 2027?
Spring Break in Oregon 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 Oregon for 2026?
Thanksgiving Break in Oregon 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 Oregon for 2026-2027?
Oregon requires 165 days for the 2026-2027 school year.
Are Oregon school calendar dates the same in every district?
No. Oregon 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.