Northwest ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Denton County · Fort Worth area (Region 11)
Through the fall, families can plan around the Thanksgiving break from November 26 through 28. The winter break runs from December 19 through 31. In the second semester, the calendar includes a spring break from March 16 through 20.
Last updated August 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
When is Thanksgiving break for Northwest ISD?
Northwest ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 26 through 28, 2026.
When is winter break for Northwest ISD?
Northwest ISD's winter break runs from December 19 through 31.
When is spring break for Northwest ISD in 2026-2027?
Northwest ISD's spring break is March 16 through 20, 2027.
When is the first day of school for the 2025-2026 school year?
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
When is spring break for the 2025-2026 school year?
Spring break is a student and staff holiday from March 16 to March 20, 2026.
When is Christmas break for the 2025-2026 school year?
Christmas break is part of the winter holiday, which runs from December 19 to December 31, 2025.
When is winter break for the 2025-2026 school year?
Winter break for students and staff is from December 19, 2025, to January 2, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break in the 2025-2026 school year?
Thanksgiving break includes a student and staff holiday from November 26 to November 28, 2025. There are also student holidays with a teacher flex day on November 24 and 25, 2025.
When is the last day of school for the 2025-2026 school year?
The last day of school is Friday, May 22, 2026, which is an Early Release day.
When are the Early Release days?
Early Release days are on October 10, 2025, December 18, 2025, March 13, 2026, and May 22, 2026.
Are there any holidays for Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a student and staff holiday on January 19, 2026.
When is Memorial Day?
Memorial Day is a holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026.
When are STAAR testing dates?
STAAR testing dates are December 2-12, 2025, April 7-30, 2026, and May 1, 2026.