| 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 16, 2026 – March 20, 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 Manatee County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Manatee County School District serves approximately 51,000 students in Bradenton, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, and surrounding communities south of Tampa Bay. Manatee County is a growing district on the south shore of Tampa Bay, encompassing the rapidly expanding Lakewood Ranch community. The district offers choice programs including STEM academies, performing arts magnets, and career and technical pathways.
Manatee County observes Good Friday (April 3, 2026) as a school holiday. The district publishes its calendar in English and Spanish, and provides accessible formats for families.
The first day of school for all Manatee County students is August 11, 2025.
Spring Break runs from March 16, 2026 through March 20, 2026. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2025-2026 year is May 28, 2026.
Manatee 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). Manatee County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Manatee County schools are closed on Good Friday, April 3, 2026.
Yes. Lakewood Ranch schools are part of the Manatee County School District and follow the same academic calendar as all other Manatee County schools, including Bradenton and Palmetto.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Manatee County School District academic calendar published on manateeschools.net.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Manatee 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