Utica City School District School Calendar
Utica, New York
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Utica City School District for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Utica City School District for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on April 26, 2027. Always double-check with Utica City School District for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 40 days → see the date
29% of the school year has passed.
About Utica City School District
Utica City School District serves Utica, NY, in Oneida County. The 2026–2027 calendar schedules 180 student days with 4 staff conference days (186 total in session) and allows up to 5 emergency closing days before makeup days are triggered. The academic year features key breaks, including a Mid-Winter Recess from February 15–19, 2027.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | September 2, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 25, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 180 Days |
| Teacher and staff days (no school for students) | 4 staff conference days authorized (specific dates not listed on the calendar digest) |
| Winter Break | December 23, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 19–23, 2027 |
Utica City School District 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 23, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 19–23, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
| Christmas Break | December 23, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
District has 5 emergency closing days built in. If more than 5 closings occur, school is in session Apr 19–23 and beyond, in that order. Staff are warned not to make irrevocable Spring Recess plans.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Break runs from November 25 through November 27, 2026, with students returning on Monday, November 30.
❄️ Winter Break
Winter Recess runs December 23, 2026 through January 1, 2027 — an 8-school-day break covering Christmas and New Year's.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring Recess runs April 19–23, 2027. Staff are cautioned not to commit to irrevocable plans, as this recess may be used for makeup days if emergency closings exceed five.
🍂 Fall Break
No fall break is listed in the 2026–2027 calendar.
☀️ Summer Break
Summer break begins after the last day (June 25, 2027). The calendar does not list a summer break range.
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 18, 2027, with no school in session.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Utica City School District start school in 2026?
The first day is September 2, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Utica City School District in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Utica City School District in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for April 19–23, 2027. Classes resume April 26, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Utica City School District?
The last day for students is June 25, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
New York 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 Utica City School District 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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2026-2027 Utica City School District Calendar.pdf
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Sources: Utica City School District 2026–2027 calendar (2026-2027 Utica City School District Calendar.pdf); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.