Fairfax has a lot of "H" days (Student Holidays) scattered throughout the year for teacher planning and religious observances (like Diwali and Lunar New Year). Also, be careful with Early Release days—elementary students get out 3 hours early on Mondays, while middle/high schools have specific early release dates.

Thanksgiving break is a full week here, running from Wednesday, Nov 25 through Friday, Nov 27. But watch out—the district also gives students days off for Election Day (Nov 2-3) and Veterans Day (Nov 11), plus a Diwali holiday on Nov 1 (observed). November feels very choppy, so check your specific school for conference schedules.

Winter break runs a full two weeks, from Dec 21 through Jan 1. Students return on Jan 4. But keep an eye on the end of January—there are teacher workdays on Jan 28-29, giving kids a long weekend. February also has a few scattered days off for Presidents Day and religious observances, so check the calendar before scheduling appointments.

Spring break runs from March 29 through April 2, 2027. But spring is packed with random days off. There is a School Planning Day on March 1, a Staff Development day on March 22, and a Teacher Workday on April 5. Plus, students get a 4-day weekend for Easter/Passover in late March.

Fall Break is short but sweet. Students get a day off for Diwali (observed Nov 2-3), Election Day, and Veterans Day (Nov 11). There is no full week off in the fall, but the frequent long weekends (like Labor Day and Yom Kippur in September) give families a chance to take quick trips before the winter holidays.

The last day of school is scheduled for June 17, 2027. June 18 is a Teacher Workday. Summer in Fairfax means pools, DC day trips, and traffic. If you're planning summer camps, make sure to book early—the DC area fills up fast! And remember, if there are severe snow days, the end of the year could get pushed back.