Worcester Public Schools School Calendar
Worcester, Massachusetts
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Worcester Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Worcester Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on April 26, 2027. Always double-check with Worcester Public Schools for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 41 days → see the date
28% of the school year has passed.
About Worcester Public Schools
Worcester Public Schools serves students in Worcester, Massachusetts. Its 2026-2027 calendar, revised in May 2026, has 180 student days from August 31, 2026 to June 17, 2027.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | August 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 17, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 180 Days |
| Teacher and staff days (no school for students) | Oct 9, 2026; Nov 3, 2026; Mar 5, 2027 |
| Winter Break | December 24, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 19–23, 2027 |
Worcester 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 24, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | April 19–23, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
| Easter Break | March 26–26, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
Students are off Feb 15–19, 2027 for Presidents’ Day and Winter Vacation. PreK and K start Sept 3, 2026, and have no school June 2, 2027 because of their Open House. The last day for seniors is May 28, 2027. The June 17 end date may move if snow days are used.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Students are off Wednesday, November 25 through Friday, November 27, 2026, and return Monday, November 30.
❄️ Winter Break
Holiday Vacation runs December 24 to 31, 2026, followed by New Year’s Day. Students return Monday, January 4, 2027. A separate Winter Vacation covers February 16–19, 2027, next to Presidents’ Day.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring Vacation is April 20–23, 2027, and Patriots’ Day on April 19 makes it a full week off. Classes resume Monday, April 26.
🍂 Fall Break
There is no fall break. Students have Friday, October 9 (a staff development day) and Monday, October 12 (Indigenous Peoples’ Day / Columbus Day) off, which makes a long weekend.
☀️ Summer Break
The last day is June 17, 2027, unless snow days push it later. Check the district for the 2027-2028 start date once it is posted.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Worcester Public Schools start school in 2026?
The first day is August 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Worcester Public Schools in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Worcester Public Schools in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for April 19–23, 2027. Classes resume April 26, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Worcester Public Schools?
The last day for students is June 17, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
Massachusetts 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 Worcester Public Schools calendar. Last checked: November 13, 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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Worcester Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 (Revised May 2026)
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Sources: Worcester Public Schools 2026–2027 calendar (Worcester Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 (Revised May 2026)); official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks team.