Baltimore area first days of school, 2026–27
Baltimore City plus the three county systems around it. This year the area's first days range from August 24, 2026 (Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Baltimore City Public Schools, and Howard County Public Schools) to August 31, 2026 (Baltimore County Public Schools).
District by district
| District | First day | Last day | Spring break |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Arundel County Public Schools | August 24, 2026 | June 11, 2027 | March 26 – April 2, 2027 |
| Baltimore City Public Schools | August 24, 2026 | June 11, 2027 | March 26 – April 2, 2027 |
| Howard County Public Schools | August 24, 2026 | June 8, 2027 | March 22–29, 2027 |
| Baltimore County Public Schools | August 31, 2026 | June 17, 2027 | March 22–29, 2027 |
Dates link to each district's full calendar page — breaks, holidays, and the district's own source.
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