Merkel ISD Calendar 2026-2027

Taylor County · Abilene area (Region 14)

First day of schoolAugust 5, 2026
Labor DaySeptember 7, 2026
Thanksgiving breakNovember 23–27, 2026
Winter breakDecember 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027
Spring breakMarch 8–12, 2027
Memorial DayMay 31, 2027
Last day of schoolMay 27, 2027

Last updated September 18, 2026

Interactive calendar

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

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Merkel ISD Calendar for the Year 26-27

Merkel ISD Calendar for the Year 26-27 — key dates

https://www.merkel.esc14.net/ — Source: Merkel ISD (merkel.esc14.net) ↗

First day: Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Calendar Dates

New Teacher OrientationJul 27 — Jul 28Teacher Day
Staff DevelopmentJul 29 — Jul 30Teacher Day
District ConvocationAug 3, 2026Teacher Day
Staff DevelopmentAug 4, 2026Teacher Day
First Day of SchoolAug 5, 2026School Opens
Labor Day HolidaySep 7, 2026No School
1st Six Weeks EndsSep 17, 2026Grading
Staff DevelopmentSep 18, 2026Teacher Day
2nd Six Weeks BeginsSep 21, 2026Grading
HomecomingSep 25, 2026Event
2nd Six Weeks EndsOct 29, 2026Grading
Staff DevelopmentOct 30, 2026Teacher Day
3rd Six Weeks BeginsNov 2, 2026Grading
Thanksgiving HolidayNov 23 — Nov 27No School
3rd Six Weeks EndsDec 17, 2026Grading
Christmas HolidayDec 21 — Dec 31No School
HolidayJan 1, 2027No School
Staff DevelopmentJan 4, 2027Teacher Day
4th Six Weeks BeginsJan 4, 2027Grading
4th Six Weeks EndsFeb 18, 2027Grading
Staff DevelopmentFeb 19, 2027Teacher Day
5th Six Weeks BeginsFeb 22, 2027Grading
Spring BreakMar 8 — Mar 12No School
5th Six Weeks EndsApr 8, 2027Grading
Staff DevelopmentApr 9, 2027Teacher Day
6th Six Weeks BeginsApr 12, 2027Grading
6th Six Weeks EndsMay 27, 2027Grading
Last Day of SchoolMay 27, 2027School Closes
Graduation/WorkdayMay 28, 2027Teacher Day
Memorial DayMay 31, 2027No School

Frequently asked questions

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

The first day of school for Merkel ISD is Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

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

The last day of school for Merkel ISD is Thursday, May 27, 2027.

When is Thanksgiving break for Merkel ISD?

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

When is winter break for Merkel ISD?

Merkel ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.

When is spring break for Merkel ISD in 2026-2027?

Merkel ISD's spring break is March 8 through 12, 2027.

Does Merkel ISD have school on Labor Day?

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

Does Merkel ISD have school on Memorial Day?

No. Merkel ISD is closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027.