Hempstead ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Waller County · Houston area (Region 4)
The Hempstead ISD 2026-2027 school year starts on Monday, August 24, 2026. 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 January 1. In the second semester, the calendar includes the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on January 18, a spring break from March 8 through 12, 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 Hempstead ISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Hempstead ISD is Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Hempstead ISD?
Hempstead ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Hempstead ISD?
Hempstead ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
When is spring break for Hempstead ISD in 2026-2027?
Hempstead ISD's spring break is March 8 through 12, 2027.
Does Hempstead ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Hempstead ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Hempstead ISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Hempstead ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Does Hempstead ISD have school on Memorial Day?
No. Hempstead ISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is the first day of school in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
The first day of school in Hempstead ISD for the 2026-2027 school year is August 24, 2026.
When is spring break in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
Spring break is scheduled from March 8 to March 12, 2027.
When is Christmas break in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
Christmas break falls during the winter break from December 21, 2026 to January 1, 2027.
When is winter break in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
Winter break is from December 21, 2026 through January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving break is from November 23 to November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
The last day of school is May 21, 2027, which is also an early release day and graduation day.
When does the second semester end in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
The second semester ends on May 21, 2027.
When is the end of the first semester in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
The first semester ends on December 18, 2026, with an early release day.
When is the end of the third quarter in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
The third quarter ends on March 5, 2027.
Are there any student holidays during the school year?
Yes, there are several student holidays including October 2, 2026, February 15, 2027, and multiple staff development days throughout the year.
When are staff development days in Hempstead ISD 2026-2027?
Staff development days are scheduled on August 12-21, 2026, October 19-20, 2026, January 4, 2027, March 15-16, 2027, and May 24, 2027.