Alto ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Cherokee County · Kilgore area (Region 7)
The Alto ISD 2026-2027 school year starts on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Through the fall, families can plan around Labor Day on September 7 and the Thanksgiving break from November 25 through 27. The winter break runs from December 21 through January 1. In the second semester, the calendar includes the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on January 18, a spring break from March 15 through 19, and Memorial Day on May 31.
Last updated August 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
When is the first day of school for Alto ISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Alto ISD is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Alto ISD?
Alto ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 25 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Alto ISD?
Alto ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
When is spring break for Alto ISD in 2026-2027?
Alto ISD's spring break is March 15 through 19, 2027.
Does Alto ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Alto ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Alto ISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Alto ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Does Alto ISD have school on Memorial Day?
No. Alto ISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is the first day of school in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
The first day of school in Alto Independent School District is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
When is Spring Break in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Spring Break in Alto Independent School District is from March 15 through March 19, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break in Alto Independent School District is from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027.
When is Winter Break in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Winter Break follows the Christmas Break schedule and runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break in Alto Independent School District is from November 25 through November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
The last day of school in Alto Independent School District is Thursday, May 20, 2027. It is also the final day of the fourth grading period.
When is Labor Day in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Alto Independent School District will observe Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
When are the Thanksgiving PD Exchange Days in Alto Independent School District?
PD Exchange Days are scheduled for November 23 and November 24, 2026, before Thanksgiving Break.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on Monday, January 18, 2027.
When are the STAAR testing dates in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
STAAR testing is scheduled for December 1-3, 2026; April 6-8, April 13-15, April 20-22, and April 27-29, 2027.
When are the closure makeup days in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Closure makeup days, if needed, are scheduled for May 7 and May 14, 2027.
When is Alto Independent School District High School graduation in 2027?
Alto Independent School District High School graduation is scheduled for Friday, May 21, 2027.
When is Memorial Day in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is Juneteenth in Alto Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Juneteenth is listed on the Alto Independent School District calendar for Saturday, June 19, 2027.
When are new teacher orientation and teacher workdays in Alto Independent School District?
New Teacher Orientation is scheduled for August 3, 2026. New Teacher professional development and workdays are August 4-7, 2026, followed by Teacher professional development and workdays on August 10-11, 2026.