When does school start in Colorado?
For 2026–27, first days among tracked Colorado districts range from August 19, 2026 (Jeffco Public Schools) to August 24, 2026 (Denver Public Schools). Colorado schools typically start mid-August.
Districts, sorted by first day
| District | First day | Last day | Spring break |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffco Public Schools | August 19, 2026 | May 27, 2027 | March 22–26, 2027 |
| Denver Public Schools | August 24, 2026 | June 4, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
Questions parents ask
When does school start in Colorado in 2026?
Among tracked districts, first days range from August 19, 2026 (Jeffco Public Schools) to August 24, 2026 (Denver Public Schools). Most families should check their own district — the table on this page links every one.
Does Colorado have a law about when school can start?
Colorado has no state restriction on when school may start — each local school board adopts its own district calendar (C.R.S. § 22-32-109(1)(n)), as long as it meets minimum instructional hours and days.
When is spring break in Colorado in 2027?
Spring break varies by district — tracked districts fall between the week of March 22, 2027 and the week of March 29, 2027. Your district's page has the exact week.