Chester ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Tyler County · Beaumont area (Region 5)
The Chester ISD 2026-2027 school year starts on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Through the fall, families can plan around Labor Day on September 7, a fall break from October 5 through 9, and the Thanksgiving break from November 23 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 and a spring break from March 29 through April 2.
Last updated August 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
When is the first day of school for Chester ISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Chester ISD is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Chester ISD?
Chester ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Chester ISD?
Chester ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
When is spring break for Chester ISD in 2026-2027?
Chester ISD's spring break is March 29 through April 2, 2027.
When is fall break for Chester ISD?
Chester ISD has a fall break from October 5 through 9, 2026.
Does Chester ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Chester ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Chester ISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Chester ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
When is the first day of school in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The first day of school in Chester ISD for the 2026-2027 school year is August 12, 2026.
When is Fall Break in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Fall Break in Chester ISD is from October 5 through October 9, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break in Chester ISD is from November 23 through November 27, 2026.
When is Christmas Break in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break in Chester ISD is from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027.
When is Winter Break in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Chester ISD is from February 15 through February 19, 2027.
When is Spring Break in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Spring Break in Chester ISD is from March 29 through April 2, 2027.
When is the last day of school in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The fourth nine-week grading period ends on May 13, 2027, marking the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
When is Labor Day observed in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Chester ISD observes Labor Day on September 7, 2026.
When are parent conferences in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Parent conferences in Chester ISD are scheduled for October 12, 2026.
When is the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is observed on January 18, 2027.
When is Good Friday in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Good Friday is observed by Chester ISD on March 26, 2027.
When are the professional development days in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Professional development is scheduled from August 3 through August 11, 2026, and on January 4, 2027.
When does the first nine weeks end in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The first nine-week grading period ends on October 2, 2026.
When does the second nine weeks end in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The second nine-week grading period ends on December 18, 2026.
When does the third nine weeks end in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
The third nine-week grading period ends on March 5, 2027.
When is graduation in Chester ISD for 2026-2027?
Chester ISD graduation is scheduled for May 14, 2027.