This page contains the major holiday dates from the 2026 school calendar for Roanoke City School
Roanoke City school board strives to provide a quality education for all students in Roanoke City. The school board works hard to ensure that every child has the opportunity to make the most of their time in school.
Roanoke City School Calendar 2026/2027
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 5 Aug 2026 (Thu) |
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| Fall Break | 28 Oct 2026 (Thu) |
29 Oct 2026 (Fri) |
| Thanksgiving Break | 22 Nov 2026 (Mon) |
26 Nov 2026 (Fri) |
| Christmas Break | 20 Dec 2026 (Mon) |
4 Jan 2026 (Tue) |
| Mid Winter Break | 21 Feb 2026 (Mon) |
22 Feb 2026 (Tue) |
| Spring Break | 28 Mar 2026 (Mon) |
1 Apr 2026 (Fri) |
| Last Day of School | 26 May 2026 (Thu) |
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| Summer Break | 27 May 2026 (Fri) |
Roanoke City Schools Calendar 2020-2026
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 20 Aug 2020 (Thu) |
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| Thanksgiving Break | 23 Nov 2020 (Mon) |
27 Nov 2020 (Fri) |
| Christmas Break | 21 Dec 2020 (Mon) |
4 Jan 2026 (Mon) |
| Mid Winter Break | 26 Feb 2026 (Fri) |
1 Mar 2026 (Mon) |
| Spring Break | 29 Mar 2026 (Mon) |
2 Apr 2026 (Fri) |
| Last Day of School | 28 May 2026 (Fri) |
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| Summer Break | 31 May 2026 (Mon) |
4 Aug 2026 (Wed) |
Roanoke City Schools Calendar 2019-2020
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | 8 Aug 2019 (Thu) |
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| Fall Break | 28 Oct 2019 (Mon) |
29 Oct 2019 (Tue) |
| Thanksgiving Break | 27 Nov 2019 (Wed) |
29 Nov 2019 (Fri) |
| Christmas Break | 23 Dec 2019 (Mon) |
6 Jan 2020 (Mon) |
| Mid Winter Break | 17 Feb 2020 (Mon) |
18 Feb 2020 (Tue) |
| Spring Break | 23 Mar 2020 (Mon) |
27 Mar 2020 (Fri) |
| Last Day of School | 21 May 2020 (Thu) |
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| Summer Break | 22 May 2020 (Fri) |
19 Aug 2020 (Wed) |
FAQs
1. When does the Roanoke City Schools 2026 academic year start and end?
The 2026 school year for Roanoke City Schools typically begins in early August and ends in late June. Exact dates may vary slightly for different schools within the district, so it’s important to check the official calendar on the Roanoke City Schools website for confirmation.
2. What are the scheduled holidays and breaks in the 2026 calendar?
Roanoke City Schools generally observes the following breaks in 2026:
Labor Day: Early September
Thanksgiving Break: Late November
Winter Break: Mid-December to early January
Spring Break: Typically in late March or early April
Memorial Day: Last Monday in May
These dates may be adjusted slightly, so parents and students should verify with the official district calendar.
3. Are there early release or teacher workdays in the 2026 calendar?
Yes, Roanoke City Schools schedules teacher workdays, professional development days, and early release days throughout the school year. These are planned to support staff training and curriculum planning and do not count as regular student attendance days. Specific dates are usually published in the official district calendar.
4. Where can I access the official Roanoke City Schools 2026 calendar?
The official calendar is available on the Roanoke City Schools website. It includes all important dates such as the first and last days of school, holidays, breaks, early release days, and parent-teacher conference schedules. You can download it as a PDF for easy reference.
