Utica Community Schools School Calendar
Sterling Heights, Michigan
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Utica Community Schools for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Utica Community Schools for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on April 5, 2027. Always double-check with Utica Community Schools for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 37 days → see the date
28% of the school year has passed.
About Utica Community Schools
Utica Community Schools in Sterling Heights, Michigan, kicks off classes on August 31, 2026, and wraps up on June 15, 2027. Parents should note the mid-winter break in February and Good Friday off in March. Always double-check with your specific school building for any early release times.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | August 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 15, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 180 Days |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
Utica Community Schools School Holidays 2026-2027
These are official dates published by the district. Always confirm with your specific school for any exceptions.
| Holiday / Break | Dates |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25–27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
Utica has several half-days (e.g., Oct 1, Oct 14, Oct 30, Jan 13-15, Mar 10, Mar 25, Jun 11, Jun 14, Jun 15). Students are still in school on these days, so they count toward the 180 total. There is also a \"No School\" day for Good Friday on March 26.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Students get a nice five-day weekend for Thanksgiving in 2026. Utica schools are closed from November 25 to 27. Kids head back to class on Monday, November 30. Plan your holiday travel around this quick break.
❄️ Winter Break
Winter break is a solid two weeks off. Utica schools close from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Classes start back up on Monday, January 4. Keep in mind, there is also a separate mid-winter break from February 15 to 19, 2027.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring break runs from March 29 through April 2, 2027. Students also get Good Friday off on March 26, making it a long stretch away from the desks. Classes resume on Monday, April 5.
☀️ Summer Break
The school year officially ends with a half day on June 15, 2027. Memorial Day on May 31 gives families one last long weekend before summer. Check the Utica schools website later in the year for the 2027-2028 start date.
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Utica schools are closed on Monday, January 18, 2027, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 19.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Utica Community Schools start school in 2026?
The first day is August 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Utica Community Schools in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Utica Community Schools in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for March 29 – April 2, 2027. Classes resume April 5, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Utica Community Schools?
The last day for students is June 15, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
The official Utica Community Schools calendar lists 180 instructional days. Check the official district calendar for specific make-up day schedules.
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Dates checked against the official Utica Community Schools calendar. Last checked: October 28, 2026. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.
How I check these dates: I enter them by hand from the district's published 2026-27 calendar and compare them against its PDF. If the district updates its calendar, I update this page. Spotted a mistake? Report it and I'll check it.
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Sources: Utica Community Schools 2026–2027 calendar (Utica Community Schools 2026-2027 District Calendar); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.