Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS): 2025-26 School Calendar
Complete calendar for all M-DCPS schools with important dates, breaks, and holidays. Keep scrolling for the full schedule or sync it directly to your phone.
At-a-Glance: Key Dates for the M-DCPS 2025-26 School Year
Here are the most important dates for Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS). All dates are from the official M-DCPS calendar.
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2025 | First Day of School | School Start |
| September 1, 2025 | Labor Day | Holiday - No School |
| September 23, 2025 | Teacher Planning Day | No Students |
| October 2, 2025 | Teacher Planning Day | No Students |
| October 17, 2025 | End of First Grading Period | Grading Period |
| November 3, 2025 | Teacher Planning Day (District-wide Professional Learning) | No Students |
| November 11, 2025 | Veterans Day | Holiday - No School |
| November 26, 2025 | Early Release (Thanksgiving) | Early Release |
| November 27-28, 2025 | Thanksgiving Break Begins | Break - No School |
| December 19, 2025 | Early Release (Winter Break) | Early Release |
| December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026 | Winter Break Begins | Break - No School |
| January 5, 2026 | School Resumes | School Resume |
| January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Holiday - No School |
| January 22, 2026 | End of Second Grading Period | Grading Period |
| January 23, 2026 | Teacher Planning Day | No Students |
| February 16, 2026 | Presidents' Day | Holiday - No School |
| March 20, 2026 | Early Release (Spring Break) | Early Release |
| March 23-27, 2026 | Spring Break | Break - No School |
| April 2, 2026 | End of Third Grading Period | Grading Period |
| April 3, 2026 | Teacher Planning Day | No Students |
| May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day | Holiday - No School |
| June 11, 2026 | Last Day of School | School End |
📌 Important Note Every Wednesday, students in elementary schools (Grades 2-5) and K-8 Centers (Grades 2-8) are released one hour early.
Source: Official M-DCPS Board-Approved 2025-26 Elementary & Secondary Calendar
Planning ahead? View the approved 2026-27 Miami-Dade School Calendar here → →
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Complete M-DCPS School Coverage
This calendar covers all Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) across all regions. Whether your child attends elementary, middle, or high school, this is the official district-wide calendar that applies to every M-DCPS school.
🏙️ North Region
Elementary Schools:
Aventura Waterways K-8, Bal Harbour Elementary, Biscayne Elementary, Carol City Elementary, Miami Gardens Elementary, Miami Shores Elementary, Miami Springs Elementary, North Beach Elementary, North Miami Elementary, Ojus Elementary, Palmetto Elementary, Pinecrest Elementary and 100s more
Middle Schools:
Aventura Waterways K-8, Campbell Drive Middle, Carol City Middle, Citrus Grove Middle, Highland Oaks Middle, Miami Lakes Middle, Miami Springs Middle, Nautilus Middle, North Miami Middle, Palmetto Middle and 100s more
High Schools:
American Senior High, Barbara Goleman Senior High, Miami Beach Senior High, Miami Carol City High, Miami Norland High, Miami Palmetto High, Miami Springs High, North Miami Beach High, North Miami High, Ronald Reagan Doral High and 100s more
🏢 Central Region
Elementary Schools:
Coral Gables Elementary, Coral Park Elementary, Coral Terrace Elementary, Edison Park Elementary, Flagami Elementary, Ludlam Elementary, Sunset Elementary, Tropical Elementary, Westchester Elementary and 100s more
Middle Schools:
Arvida Middle, Doral Middle, George Washington Carver Middle, Hammocks Middle, Jose de Diego Middle, Ponce de Leon Middle, Shenandoah Middle, West Miami Middle and 100s more
High Schools:
Coral Gables Senior High, Felix Varela High, G. Holmes Braddock High, John A. Ferguson High, Miami Central High, Miami High, Miami Killian High, Miami Sunset High, Southwest Miami Senior High and 100s more
🌴 South Region
Elementary Schools:
Cutler Ridge Elementary, Florida City Elementary, Goulds Elementary, Homestead Elementary, Perrine Elementary, Princeton Elementary, Redland Elementary, South Miami Heights Elementary and 100s more
Middle Schools:
Cutler Ridge Middle, Homestead Middle, Palmetto Middle, Redland Middle, South Dade Middle, Southwood Middle and 100s more
High Schools:
Coral Reef Senior High, Cutler Bay Senior High, Homestead High, Miami Southridge High, South Dade High, South Miami High and 100s more
One Calendar for All M-DCPS Schools
Important: This is the official district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Whether your child attends any of the schools listed above, or any other M-DCPS school, this calendar covers your entire district across all regions and grade levels.
📋 Official Data Sources
All calendar data is sourced directly from the official 2025-26 academic calendars published by Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS).
📄 Source Document
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025-26 M-DCPS Calendar
What is the first day of school for Miami-Dade County in 2025?
The first day of school for the M-DCPS 2025-26 school year is Thursday, August 14, 2025.
When is Spring Break for M-DCPS in 2026?
Spring Recess for Miami-Dade County Public Schools is from Monday, March 23, 2026, to Friday, March 27, 2026.
Are there early release days in the M-DCPS calendar?
Yes, every Wednesday, students in elementary schools (Grades 2-5) and K-8 Centers (Grades 2-8) are released one hour early.
When is Winter Break for Miami-Dade schools?
Winter Recess runs from December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026. Students return on Monday, January 5, 2026.
How many teacher planning days are there?
There are multiple teacher planning days throughout the year when students don't attend school: Sep 23, Oct 2, Nov 3, Jan 16, Mar 20, and Apr 3.
Is this calendar for all M-DCPS schools?
Yes! This is the district-wide calendar that applies to ALL Miami-Dade County Public Schools - elementary, middle, and high schools across all regions.
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