| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 10, 2026 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 21–29, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 19, 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 13–21, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 27, 2027 (Thu) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Desoto County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
DeSoto County School District serves approximately 4,500 students in Arcadia and surrounding rural communities in South-Central Florida. DeSoto County is a small, rural district centered around the town of Arcadia, known for its historic downtown and annual All-Florida Championship Rodeo. The district operates 7 schools and places a strong emphasis on career and technical education, with programs in agriculture, healthcare, and construction trades.
DeSoto County's calendar features a notably early Spring Break (March 7–15, 2026), which is earlier than most surrounding districts. The district also observes an extended Thanksgiving Break starting November 22.
The first day of school for all DeSoto County students is August 11, 2027.
Spring Break runs from March 13, 2027 through March 21, 2027. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2026-2027 year is May 27, 2027.
DeSoto County School District 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). DeSoto County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
DeSoto County's Spring Break runs March 13–21, 2027, which is earlier than most neighboring districts. Students return on Monday, March 22.
DeSoto County has a notably early Spring Break compared to neighboring districts, and observes an extended Thanksgiving Break beginning November 22 (Saturday) through November 30, 2027. The district also schedules early release days before major breaks.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official DeSoto County School District academic calendar published on desotoschools.com.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with DeSoto County School District 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