Grand Rapids Public Schools School Calendar
Grand Rapids, Michigan
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Grand Rapids Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Grand Rapids Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on April 12, 2027. Always double-check with Grand Rapids Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 38 days → see the date
31% of the school year has passed.
About Grand Rapids Public Schools
Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) in Grand Rapids, Michigan, began the 2026–2027 school year on Monday, August 24, 2026, and ends it on Friday, June 4, 2027. The district calendar includes a Thanksgiving break, winter break, mid-winter break, and spring break, plus a few half days. Parents can use this page to plan childcare, travel, and appointments, then confirm any changes on the official GRPS website.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | August 24, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 4, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 175 Days |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 2–9, 2027 |
Grand Rapids 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 25–27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 2–9, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
| Christmas Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
Grand Rapids Public Schools has half days on Aug 28, Dec 16-18, Mar 26, Jun 2-3 and the last day, Jun 4. There is a long Labor Day break (Sept 4-7), a mid-winter break (Feb 15-16) and single no-school days on Oct 19, Nov 2-3, Jan 11 and Mar 15.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Grand Rapids Public Schools has no school for Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, November 25, through Friday, November 27, 2026. Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, November 26, and students return to class on Monday, November 30. That’s three school days off, or five days in a row with the weekend. Students also have no school on November 2–3. Check the GRPS calendar before booking travel.
❄️ Winter Break
Winter break for Grand Rapids Public Schools runs from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027. Students have half days on December 16–18 right before the break (they attend school, but are dismissed early), and classes resume Monday, January 4, 2027, the first day of the second semester. That’s ten school days off for holidays, travel, and rest. Always confirm dates on grps.org.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring break for Grand Rapids Public Schools is Friday, April 2, through Friday, April 9, 2027, with classes resuming Monday, April 12. That’s six school days off, which makes it a good window for a family trip or time at home. Earlier in March, students have no school on March 15 and a half day on March 26. Verify details on the official GRPS site.
🍂 Fall Break
Grand Rapids has no fall break. The closest thing is Monday, October 19, a no-school day that makes a three-day weekend. Students also have no school on November 2–3 before Thanksgiving.
☀️ Summer Break
Summer break for Grand Rapids Public Schools will begin after the last day of school, a half day on Friday, June 4, 2027. Students also have half days on June 2–3 (they attend school, but are dismissed early), and Memorial Day, May 31, is a no-school day. The 2026–2027 year began on August 24, 2026. Check grps.org for the start date of the next school year once it is released.
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) has no school on Monday, January 18, 2027, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. January 11 is also a no-school day, and mid-winter break follows on February 15–16, 2027. Classes resume Tuesday, January 19. Confirm dates on the official GRPS website before making plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Grand Rapids Public Schools start school in 2026?
The first day is August 24, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Grand Rapids Public Schools in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Grand Rapids Public Schools in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for April 2–9, 2027. Classes resume April 12, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Grand Rapids Public Schools?
The last day for students is June 4, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
Michigan state law requires a minimum of 175 instructional days. Check the official district calendar for specific make-up day schedules.
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Dates checked against the official Grand Rapids Public Schools calendar. Last checked: November 2, 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: Grand Rapids Public Schools 2026–2027 calendar (GRPS 2026-2027 District Calendar); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.