Winona ISD Calendar 2026-2027
Smith County · Kilgore area (Region 7)
The Winona ISD 2026-2027 school year starts on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Through the fall, families can plan around Labor Day on September 7 and the Thanksgiving break from November 25 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 and a spring break from March 8 through 12.
Last updated August 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
When is the first day of school for Winona ISD in 2026-2027?
The first day of school for Winona ISD is Thursday, August 13, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Winona ISD?
Winona ISD has Thanksgiving break from November 25 through 27, 2026.
When is winter break for Winona ISD?
Winona ISD's winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
When is spring break for Winona ISD in 2026-2027?
Winona ISD's spring break is March 8 through 12, 2027.
Does Winona ISD have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
No. Winona ISD is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Does Winona ISD have school on Labor Day?
No. Winona ISD is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
When is the first day of school in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
The first day of school for students in Winona ISD is August 13, 2026.
When is Spring Break in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Spring Break in Winona ISD is scheduled from March 8 through March 12, 2027. Classes resume on March 15, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break begins on December 21, 2026 and continues through January 1, 2027. Students return to school on January 4, 2027.
When is Winter Break in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Winter Break is scheduled for February 11-12, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break is observed from November 25 through November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in Winona ISD for the 2026-2027 school year?
Based on the approved 2026-2027 school calendar, the last day of school for students is May 19, 2027, which is also an Early Release Day.
When is Labor Day in Winona ISD during the 2026-2027 school year?
Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026, and students do not have school.
When is Columbus Day in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Columbus Day is observed on October 12, 2026 as a student holiday.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 18, 2027, and there are no classes for students.
When is Presidents' Day in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Presidents' Day is scheduled for February 15, 2027 as a student holiday.
When is Good Friday in Winona ISD for the 2026-2027 school year?
Good Friday falls on March 26, 2027, and students are off from school.
When are the Early Release Days in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Early Release Days are scheduled on September 25, 2026, December 18, 2026, March 25, 2027, and May 19, 2027.
When are the Teacher Trade Days in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Teacher Trade Days are scheduled for November 23-24, 2026.
When are the Bad Weather Days in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
The designated Bad Weather Days are March 29, 2027 and April 16, 2027. These days may be used if needed due to weather-related school closures.
When are graduation ceremonies in Winona ISD for 2026-2027?
Kindergarten Graduation is on May 17, 2027, Middle School Graduation is on May 18, 2027, and High School Graduation is on May 21, 2027.