Amarillo ISD Calendar 2026-2027

Potter County · Amarillo area (Region 16)

First day of school: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

The Amarillo ISD academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year starts on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 and ends on Friday, May 28, 2027. Through the fall, families can plan around Labor Day on September 7 and the Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27. The winter break runs from December 21 through 25. In the second semester, the calendar includes a spring break from March 15 through 19 and Memorial Day on May 31.

Last updated August 5, 2026

Official Calendar

Official Amarillo ISD 2026–2027 calendar

Printable calendar (PDF)

Amarillo ISD printable 2026–2027 calendar PDF

Full-year Amarillo ISD calendar with every key date — district logo, color legend and a QR code to this page.

Interactive calendar

Browse the key dates month by month — colored markers show each event.

    Calendar Dates

    • Independence Day (observed)Jul 3, 2026No School
    • New Teacher OrientationAug 3 — Aug 5Teacher Day
    • Professional LearningAug 6 — Aug 7Event
    • Teacher PreparationAug 10, 2026Teacher Day
    • Professional LearningAug 11 — Aug 14Event
    • Teacher PreparationAug 17, 2026Teacher Day
    • First Day of InstructionAug 18, 2026School Opens
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodAug 18, 2026Grading
    • Labor DaySep 7, 2026No School
    • End of Six Weeks, 28 daysSep 25, 2026Grading
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodSep 28, 2026Grading
    • Student Holiday/Professional LearningOct 9, 2026No School
    • Student/Staff HolidayOct 12, 2026No School
    • End of Six Weeks, 23 daysOct 30, 2026Grading
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodNov 2, 2026Grading
    • Thanksgiving BreakNov 23 — Nov 27No School
    • TestingDec 7 — Dec 11Event
    • End of Six Weeks, 29.5 daysDec 18, 2026Grading
    • End of 1st Semester, 80.5 daysDec 18, 2026Grading
    • Student Early Release/Teacher Prep (p.m.)Dec 18, 2026Teacher Day
    • Winter BreakDec 21 — Dec 25No School
    • Winter BreakDec 28 — Dec 31No School
    • New Year’s DayJan 1, 2027No School
    • Student HolidayJan 4, 2027No School
    • Teacher PreparationJan 5, 2027Teacher Day
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodJan 5, 2027Grading
    • Student Holiday/Professional LearningJan 18, 2027No School
    • End of Six Weeks, 28 daysFeb 12, 2027Grading
    • Presidents’ DayFeb 15, 2027No School
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodFeb 16, 2027Grading
    • Spring BreakMar 15 — Mar 19No School
    • Good FridayMar 26, 2027No School
    • End of Six Weeks, 33 daysApr 9, 2027Grading
    • Beginning of Grading PeriodApr 12, 2027Grading
    • TestingApr 13 — Apr 16Event
    • TestingApr 19 — Apr 22Event
    • TestingApr 26 — Apr 27Event
    • Student/Staff HolidayApr 30, 2027No School
    • TestingMay 3 — May 7Event
    • TestingMay 10 — May 14Event
    • End of Six Weeks, 33.5 daysMay 28, 2027Grading
    • End of 2nd Semester, 94.5 daysMay 28, 2027Grading
    • Student Early Release/Teacher Prep (p.m.)May 28, 2027Teacher Day
    • Last Day of InstructionMay 28, 2027School Closes
    • Memorial DayMay 31, 2027No School
    • Staff Make Up (Snow) DaysJun 1 — Jun 3Event
    • Summer LearningJun 3 — Jun 4Event
    • Summer LearningJun 7 — Jun 11Event
    • Summer LearningJun 14 — Jun 18Event
    • TestingJun 15 — Jun 18Event
    • Summer LearningJun 21 — Jun 25Event
    • Summer LearningJun 28 — Jun 30Event

    Frequently asked questions

    When is the first day of school for Amarillo ISD in 2026-2027?

    The first day of school for Amarillo ISD is Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

    When is the last day of school for Amarillo ISD in 2026-2027?

    The last day of school for Amarillo ISD is Friday, May 28, 2027.

    When is Thanksgiving break for Amarillo ISD?

    Amarillo ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27, 2026.

    When is winter break for Amarillo ISD?

    Amarillo ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through 25.

    When is spring break for Amarillo ISD in 2026-2027?

    Amarillo ISD's spring break is March 15 through 19, 2027.

    Does Amarillo ISD have school on Labor Day?

    No. Amarillo ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.

    Does Amarillo ISD have school on Memorial Day?

    No. Amarillo ISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.

    When is the first day of school in Amarillo ISD for 2026-2027?

    The first day of instruction for Amarillo ISD for the 2026-2027 school year is August 18, 2026.

    When is Spring Break in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    Spring Break for Amarillo ISD is scheduled from March 15 through March 19, 2027.

    When is Christmas Break in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    Christmas Break begins December 21, 2026 and continues through December 25, 2026.

    When is Winter Break in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    Winter Break runs from December 21, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Students return after the New Year holiday.

    When is Thanksgiving Break in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    Thanksgiving Break is scheduled from November 23 through November 27, 2026.

    When is the last day of school in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    The last day of instruction for Amarillo ISD is May 28, 2027. This is also an early release day for students.

    When does the first semester end in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    The first semester ends on December 18, 2026.

    When does the second semester begin in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    The second semester grading period begins on January 5, 2027.

    Are there any student holidays in October 2026?

    Yes. October 9, 2026 is a Student Holiday/Professional Learning day, and October 12, 2026 is a Student/Staff Holiday.

    Are there weather make-up days scheduled in Amarillo ISD 2026-2027?

    Yes. Staff Make-Up (Snow) Days are scheduled for June 1 through June 3, 2027.