Henderson ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Rusk County · Kilgore area (Region 7)
The Henderson ISD academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year starts on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 and ends on Thursday, May 27, 2027. 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, 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 Henderson ISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Henderson ISD is Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Henderson ISD in 2026-2027?
The last day of school for Henderson ISD is Thursday, May 27, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Henderson ISD?
Henderson ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 23 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Henderson ISD?
Henderson ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
When is spring break for Henderson ISD in 2026-2027?
Henderson ISD's spring break is March 8 through 12, 2027.
When is fall break for Henderson ISD?
Henderson ISD has a fall break from October 5 through 9, 2026.
Does Henderson ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Henderson ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Henderson ISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Henderson ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Does Henderson ISD have school on Memorial Day?
No. Henderson ISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is the first day of school in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
The first day of school for students in Henderson Independent School District is August 12, 2026.
When is Spring Break in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Spring Break is scheduled from March 8 through March 12, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break begins on December 21, 2026 and ends on January 1, 2027.
When is Winter Break in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
The Winter Break runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027, with students returning after the break in early January.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break is scheduled from November 23 through November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
The last day of school for students is May 27, 2027. It is also an early dismissal day.
When is Labor Day in Henderson Independent School District during the 2026-2027 school year?
Labor Day will be observed on September 7, 2026, and there will be no school.
When is Fall Break in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Fall Break is scheduled from October 5 through October 9, 2026. Students will not have classes during this period.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on January 18, 2027.
When is Presidents Day holiday in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Presidents Day holiday is observed from February 12 through February 15, 2027.
When is Good Friday in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Good Friday falls on March 26, 2027, and schools will be closed.
When is Easter Monday in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Easter Monday is observed on March 29, 2027.
When is Memorial Day in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Memorial Day is observed on May 31, 2027.
When are the early dismissal days in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Early dismissal days are December 18, 2026 and May 27, 2027.
When are the teacher professional development days in Henderson Independent School District for 2026-2027?
Professional development days are August 3-11, 2026, September 28, 2026, October 12, 2026, January 4, 2027, February 16, 2027, March 15, 2027, and May 28, 2027.
When is Henderson High School graduation for the 2026-2027 school year?
Henderson High School graduation is scheduled for May 27, 2027.