| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 11, 2025 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 1, 2025 (Mon) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 24–28, 2025 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 19, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 16, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 15, 2026 – March 20, 2026 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 22, 2026 | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Highlands County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Highlands County School District serves approximately 12,000 students in Sebring, Avon Park, Lake Placid, and surrounding communities in the Florida Heartland. Highlands County is located in the heart of Florida's interior, known as the Florida Heartland. The district operates 18 schools and offers a range of programs including dual enrollment with South Florida State College and career academies. The district is known for its close-knit community feel.
Highlands County's calendar features an extended Thanksgiving Break (November 22–30) and publishes its calendar in English, Spanish, and Creole to serve the county's diverse farming communities.
The first day of school for all Highlands County students is August 11, 2025.
Spring Break runs from March 15, 2026 through March 20, 2026. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2025-2026 year is May 22, 2026.
Highlands 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). Highlands County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Highlands County partners with South Florida State College for dual enrollment, allowing high school students to earn college credits while completing their diploma.
Yes. Highlands County publishes its academic calendar in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole to serve the county's diverse population.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Highlands County School District academic calendar published on highlands.k12.fl.us.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Highlands 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 18, 2026