Clay County District Schools Calendar 2026–2027

Complete school year calendar for Clay County District Schools in Green Cove Springs, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Middleburg, and surrounding communities south of Jacksonville. Includes all holidays, breaks, teacher planning days, and important dates. The district serves approximately 41,000 students.

Official calendar — Official calendar — Approved by Clay County School Board. Dates are confirmed for the 2026-2027 school year.
First Day Aug 11, 2026
Last Day May 27, 2027
Thanksgiving Nov 23–27, 2026
Winter Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break Major Milestone
Mar 22–26, 2027

Key Dates at a Glance

Event Date(s) Status
First Day of School August 11, 2026 (Tue) School Opens
Labor Day September 7, 2026 (Mon) No School
Thanksgiving Break November 23–27, 2026 No School
Winter Break December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 No School
Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 18, 2027 (Mon) No School
Presidents' Day February 15, 2027 (Mon) No School
Spring Break March 22–26, 2027 No School
Memorial Day May 31, 2027 (Mon) No School
Last Day of School May 27, 2027 (Thu) School Closes

Clay County 2026-2027 School Year Calendar FloridaSchoolCalendar.com

Complete month-by-month calendar for Clay County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.

School Day
Weekend
Holiday (No School)
School Break
First / Last Day
Teacher Day (No Students)

Clay County Public Schools Overview

Clay County District Schools serves approximately 41,000 students in Green Cove Springs, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Middleburg, and surrounding communities south of Jacksonville. Clay County District Schools is a growing suburban district south of Jacksonville, known for its strong academic performance and family-friendly communities. The district operates 40+ schools across Green Cove Springs, Orange Park, Fleming Island, and Middleburg.

Clay County observes Good Friday (April 3, 2026) as a school holiday. The district offers career academies, dual enrollment with St. Johns River State College, and numerous Advanced Placement programs. Graduation is scheduled for May 22, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

The first day of school for all Clay County students is August 11, 2026.

Spring Break runs from March 22, 2027 through March 26, 2027. Students return the following Monday.

The last day of school for the 2026-2027 year is May 27, 2027.

Clay County District Schools has designated makeup days built into the calendar. If schools are closed due to tropical weather, the district may convert Teacher Planning Days or extend the school year. Parents should follow the district's official website for real-time updates.

Florida's FAST assessments are administered in three windows: fall (September), midyear (January), and spring (April–May). Clay County District Schools follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.

Yes. Clay County schools are closed on Good Friday, April 3, 2027.

Clay County high school graduation ceremonies are scheduled for Friday, May 22, 2027, one week before the last student day.

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About This Calendar

Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Clay County District Schools academic calendar published on oneclay.net.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Clay County District Schools or the Florida Department of Education. While we strive for accuracy, always verify important dates with the official district website.

Last updated: March 26, 2026