Indianapolis Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027
Complete holiday schedule and key dates for Indianapolis Public Schools for the 2026-2027 academic year. Official district website
School Year Timeline
Key Dates
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 10, 2026 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day - No School | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Fall Break | October 12, 2026 - October 16, 2026 | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25, 2026 - November 27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027 | No School |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - No School | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 15, 2027 - March 19, 2027 | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 27, 2027 (Thu) | School Closes |
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Extended Time Off
| Window | Date(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Day - No School Window | Sep 5–8, 2026Districtwide no-school: Sep 7–8, 2026 · Adjacent weekend: Sep 5–6, 2026 | 4 days |
| Fall Break Window | Oct 10–18, 2026Districtwide no-school: Oct 12–16, 2026 · Adjacent weekend: Oct 10–11, 2026; Oct 17–18, 2026 | 9 days |
| Thanksgiving Break Window | Nov 25–29, 2026Districtwide no-school: Nov 25–27, 2026 · Adjacent weekend: Nov 28–29, 2026 | 5 days |
| Winter Break Window | Dec 18, 2026–Jan 3, 2027Districtwide no-school: Dec 18, 2026; Dec 21, 2026–Jan 1, 2027 · Adjacent weekend: Dec 19–20, 2026; Jan 2–3, 2027 | 17 days |
| Spring Break Window | Mar 13–21, 2027Districtwide no-school: Mar 15–19, 2027 · Adjacent weekend: Mar 13–14, 2027; Mar 20–21, 2027 | 9 days |
Other Important Dates
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Quarter 1 begins | August 10, 2026 (Mon) |
| Quarter 1 ends | October 17, 2026 (Sat) |
| Quarter 2 begins | October 20, 2026 (Tue) |
| Last Student Day of 1st Semester | December 17, 2026 (Thu) |
| Quarter 2 ends | December 18, 2026 (Fri) |
| Records Day/Semester Close - No School | December 18, 2026 (Fri) |
| First Student Day of Second Semester | January 4, 2027 (Mon) |
| Quarter 3 begins | January 4, 2027 (Mon) |
| Quarter 3 ends | March 12, 2027 (Fri) |
| Quarter 4 begins | March 22, 2027 (Mon) |
| Quarter 4 ends | May 27, 2027 (Thu) |
Indianapolis Public Schools Calendar 2026-2027 www.indianaschoolcalendar.com
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Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis Public Schools is Indiana’s largest public school district, serving more than 30,000 students across more than 70 schools. For families, one of its biggest distinguishing features is school choice. Elementary and middle schools span eight instructional models, including Montessori, dual language, International Baccalaureate, STEM, high ability, Reggio-inspired learning, and visual and performing arts. High school students can choose from more than 32 academic pathways, with options that include Early College, IB, career and technical education, and arts programs. IPS also operates Pre-K programs for children ages 3–5 and provides specialized services for students with disabilities. Enrollment is organized through four geographic zones: families may apply to schools outside their zone, but district transportation is generally tied to in-zone attendance. Because programs, grade spans, admissions, and transportation differ by campus, comparing individual schools is especially important when choosing within IPS.
Compared With Related Districts
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Indianapolis Public Schools lists Fall Break as 5 weekdays off. This named block is worth tracking separately for childcare, appointments, travel, and shared household calendars.
Indianapolis Public Schools uses this Spring Break week, while Huntington County Schools (March 29, 2027 - April 2, 2027) and Jennings County Schools (March 22, 2027 - March 26, 2027) use different windows in the related calendar set.
Indianapolis Public Schools starts on this date; Huntington County Schools (August 5, 2026) and Hobart Schools (August 12, 2026) use different first-day dates in the related calendar set.
Indianapolis Public Schools ends on this date; Huntington County Schools (May 19, 2027) and Jennings County Schools (May 21, 2027) close on different dates in the related calendar set.
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