Denver City ISD Calendar 2026-2027

Yoakum County · Lubbock area (Region 17)

  • First day of schoolAugust 12, 2026
  • Labor DaySeptember 7, 2026
  • Thanksgiving breakNovember 23–27, 2026
  • Winter breakDecember 18, 2026 – January 4, 2027
  • Spring breakMarch 15–19, 2027
  • Last day of schoolMay 20, 2027

Last updated September 18, 2026

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

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    Official Calendar

    Source: Denver City ISD (dcisd.org) ↗
    First day: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

    Calendar Dates

    • New Staff OrientationJul 28 — Jul 29Event
    • First Day of SchoolAug 12, 2026School Opens
    • Labor Day HolidaySep 7, 2026No School
    • Flex Day - No StudentsSep 28, 2026Event
    • Flex Day - No StudentsOct 23, 2026Event
    • Fall FestivalOct 31, 2026Event
    • Thanksgiving BreakNov 23 — Nov 27No School
    • PD Day - No StudentsDec 4, 2026Event
    • Christmas Break / Winter BreakDec 18 — Jan 4No School
    • PD Day - No StudentsJan 5, 2027Event
    • Flex Day - No StudentsJan 18, 2027Event
    • Flex Day - No StudentsFeb 8, 2027Event
    • Bad Weather Make-up DayFeb 15, 2027Event
    • Spring BreakMar 15 — Mar 19No School
    • Good Friday HolidayMar 26, 2027No School
    • Flex Day - No StudentsApr 23, 2027Event
    • Bad Weather Make-up DayMay 7, 2027Event
    • PD Day / Parent ConferencesMay 10, 2027Event
    • Last Day of SchoolMay 20, 2027School Closes
    • No Students / Staff Only DayMay 21, 2027Event

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The first day of school for Denver City ISD is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

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

    The last day of school for Denver City ISD is Thursday, May 20, 2027.

    When is Thanksgiving break for Denver City ISD?

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

    When is winter break for Denver City ISD?

    Denver City ISD's winter break runs from December 18 through January 4.

    When is spring break for Denver City ISD in 2026-2027?

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

    Does Denver City ISD have school on Labor Day?

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

    Are there any teacher workdays or student holidays during the year?

    Yes, there are several professional development days and flex days such as September 28, October 23, December 4, January 5, January 18, February 8, and April 23 when students do not attend school. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

    Is there a Good Friday holiday in Denver City ISD 2026-2027?

    Yes, Good Friday is observed on March 26, 2027 as a student and staff holiday. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

    When does the school year officially end for staff?

    The school year ends for staff on May 21, 2027, which is a staff-only day. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}