| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 13, 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 23, 2026 – March 27, 2026 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2026 | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Jackson County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Jackson County School District serves approximately 6,000 students in Marianna and surrounding communities in the western Panhandle. Jackson County is a rural Panhandle district centered around Marianna, home to Florida Caverns State Park — the only state park in Florida with dry caves. The district starts school on August 13 and has a late Spring Break (March 23-27).
The first day of school for all Jackson County students is August 13, 2025.
Spring Break runs from March 23, 2026 through March 27, 2026. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2025-2026 year is May 28, 2026.
Jackson 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). Jackson County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Jackson County observes a Fall Break on October 13-14, 2025.
Jackson County is home to Florida Caverns State Park, the only state park in Florida with dry, accessible caves. Schools often take field trips to this unique geological site.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Jackson County School District academic calendar published on jcsb.org.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Jackson 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