Hays CISD Calendar 2026-2027
Hays County · Austin area (Region 13)
The Hays CISD academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year starts on Thursday, August 13, 2026 and ends on Thursday, May 27, 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 31. 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 Hays CISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Hays CISD is Thursday, August 13, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Hays CISD in 2026-2027?
The last day of school for Hays CISD is Thursday, May 27, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Hays CISD?
Hays CISD has Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Hays CISD?
Hays CISD's winter break runs from December 21 through 31.
When is spring break for Hays CISD in 2026-2027?
Hays CISD's spring break is March 15 through 19, 2027.
Does Hays CISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Hays CISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Hays CISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Hays CISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Does Hays CISD have school on Memorial Day?
No. Hays CISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is the first day of school in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Hays CISD for the 2026-2027 school year is August 13, 2026.
When is Spring Break in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
Spring Break in Hays CISD for 2026-2027 is from March 15 through March 19, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
Christmas Break for Hays CISD 2026-2027 runs from December 21 through December 31, 2026.
When is Winter Break in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
Winter Break in Hays CISD for the 2026-2027 school year includes December 21-31, 2026, and January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break in Hays CISD 2026-2027 is from November 23 through November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
The last day of school for students in Hays CISD for the 2026-2027 school year is May 27, 2027.
Are there early release days in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
Yes. Early release days include December 15-16, 2026 (High School Only Finals), December 17, 2026 (Early Release 6th-12th), May 25-26, 2027 (High School Only Finals), and May 27, 2027 (Early Release 6th-12th).
When does the second semester begin in Hays CISD 2026-2027?
The third 9-week grading period (second semester) begins on January 6, 2027.
Are there staff workdays/student holidays during the 2026-2027 school year?
Yes. Several staff workdays/student holidays occur throughout the year, including August 6-7, 2026; September 21, 2026; October 9 and October 30, 2026; January 4-5, 2027; March 29, 2027; and April 30, 2027.