Baltimore County Public Schools School Calendar
Towson, Maryland
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Baltimore County Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Baltimore County Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on March 30, 2027. Always double-check with Baltimore County Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 40 days → see the date
28% of the school year has passed.
About Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore County Public Schools, based in Towson, Maryland, starts before Labor Day. Students begin on August 31, 2026, and the year is planned for 180 student days.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | August 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 14, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 180 Days |
| Teacher and staff days (no school for students) | Aug 24, 25, 26 and 28, 2026; Sept 21, 2026; Oct 16, 2026; Jan 19, 2027; Mar 10, 2027; May 17, 2027 |
| Winter Break | December 23, 2026 – January 3, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 19–29, 2027 |
Baltimore County Public 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 25–29, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 23, 2026 – January 3, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 19–29, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
The calendar includes 3 emergency make-up days. If more than 3 closures happen, BCPS can use up to 8 virtual learning days, and it may re-designate holidays or adjust spring break. Several days are early dismissals: Nov 25, Feb 10, Apr 2 and the last 2 days in June.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Schools close 3 hours early on Wednesday, November 25, and stay closed Thursday and Friday. Classes resume Monday, November 30.
❄️ Winter Break
Winter break begins at the end of the school day on December 23. Schools reopen Monday, January 4, 2027.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring break begins after school on March 19, 2027, and schools reopen Tuesday, March 30. Maryland Day (March 25) and Easter weekend both fall inside it.
🍂 Fall Break
BCPS has no fall break. Students have a few single days off instead, such as Sept 21 (Yom Kippur) and Oct 16.
☀️ Summer Break
The last day is June 14, 2027, or as late as June 17 if all emergency make-up days are used. Summer school begins July 6.
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Schools and offices are closed Monday, January 18, 2027, and January 19 is also a day off for students (systemwide professional development).
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Baltimore County Public Schools start school in 2026?
The first day is August 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Baltimore County Public Schools in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–29, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Baltimore County Public Schools in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for March 19–29, 2027. Classes resume March 30, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Baltimore County Public Schools?
The last day for students is June 14, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
Maryland 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 Baltimore County Public Schools calendar. Last checked: November 6, 2026. Checked by MySchoolBreaks team.
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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2026-27 BCPS Pre-Labor Day Start Calendar
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Sources: Baltimore County Public Schools 2026–2027 calendar (2026-27 BCPS Pre-Labor Day Start Calendar); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks team.