Chandler Unified District #80 School Calendar
Chandler, Arizona
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Chandler Unified District #80 for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Chandler Unified District #80 for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on March 22, 2027. Always double-check with Chandler Unified District #80 for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 38 days → see the date
42% of the school year has passed.
About Chandler Unified District #80
Chandler Unified District #80 is the second-largest district in Arizona, serving families in Chandler and parts of Gilbert and Queen Creek. The district uses an innovative "intersession" calendar rather than traditional long breaks. The 2026-27 year is unique because it starts extremely early on July 15 and ends on May 20, with 180 student days.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | July 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | May 20, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 180 Days |
| Teacher and staff days (no school for students) | July 8 (Returning Teachers), July 8-14 (Teacher Inservice/Workdays), Oct 5, Dec 18, Mar 22, May 21 (Teacher Inservice/Workdays - No School) |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 8–19, 2027 |
Chandler Unified District #80 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 8–19, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
| Fall Break | September 21 – October 2, 2026 |
A quick note for families
❄️ Winter Break
The "2nd Intersession" serves as Winter Break, running from December 21 through January 1. Students get an additional day off on Monday, January 4 for a Teacher Inservice Day, meaning they return to class on Tuesday, January 5.
🌸 Spring Break
The "3rd Intersession" is a full two weeks long, running from March 8 through March 19. This replaces a traditional Spring Break. Students also get Friday, March 26 off, creating a bonus long weekend right after they return from intersession.
🍂 Fall Break
nstead of a short fall break, CUSD has a two-week "1st Intersession" from September 21 to October 2. This is a great time for families to travel before the weather cools down. Note that when students return on October 5, it is a Teacher Inservice Day, so classes actually resume on October 6.
☀️ Summer Break
Summer break begins on May 20, 2027, which is a half-day for students. Because the school year starts in mid-July, the summer break is shorter than most other Arizona districts, running just under two months before the next school year begins. Memorial Day falls on May 31, shortly after school lets out.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Chandler Unified District #80 start school in 2026?
The first day is July 15, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Chandler Unified District #80 in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Chandler Unified District #80 in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for March 8–19, 2027. Classes resume March 22, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Chandler Unified District #80?
The last day for students is May 20, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
Arizona state law requires a minimum of 180 instructional days. Check the official district calendar for specific make-up day schedules.
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Dates checked against the official Chandler Unified District #80 calendar. Last checked: October 30, 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: Chandler Unified District #80 2026–2027 calendar (2026-2027 CUSD Academic Calendar (Board Approved 9/27/2023)); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.