Palmer ISD Calendar 2026-2027

Ellis County · Richardson area (Region 10)

  • First day of schoolAugust 11, 2026
  • Labor DaySeptember 7, 2026
  • Thanksgiving breakNovember 23–27, 2026
  • Winter breakDecember 18, 2026 – January 4, 2027
  • MLK Jr. DayJanuary 18, 2027
  • Spring breakMarch 15–19, 2027
  • Last day of schoolMay 27, 2027

Last updated September 18, 2026

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    Official Calendar

    Source: Palmer ISD (palmer-isd.org) ↗
    First day: Tuesday, August 11, 2026

    Calendar Dates

    • New Employee OrientationAug 3, 2026Event
    • First Day of SchoolAug 11, 2026School Opens
    • Labor DaySep 7, 2026No School
    • Thanksgiving BreakNov 23 — Nov 27No School
    • Winter BreakDec 18 — Jan 4No School
    • Martin Luther King Jr. DayJan 18, 2027No School
    • Spring BreakMar 15 — Mar 19No School
    • Last Day of SchoolMay 27, 2027School Closes

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The first day of school for Palmer ISD is Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

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

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

    When is Thanksgiving break for Palmer ISD?

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

    When is winter break for Palmer ISD?

    Palmer ISD's winter break runs from December 18 through January 4.

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

    Palmer ISD's spring break is March 15 through 19, 2027.

    Does Palmer ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

    No. Palmer ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.

    Does Palmer ISD have school on Labor Day?

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

    When is new employee orientation in Palmer ISD 2026-2027?

    New employee orientation in Palmer ISD for the 2026-2027 calendar year is scheduled for August 3, 2026.