| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 11, 2027 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 1, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 24–28, 2027 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 22, 2027 – January 2, 2027 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 19, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 16, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 16–20, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2027 (Thu) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Monroe County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Monroe County School District is a unique island-chain district serving approximately 8,500 students across the Florida Keys, from Key Largo to Key West. The district operates 16 schools spanning over 100 miles of island communities connected by the Overseas Highway (US-1).
As the southernmost school district in the continental United States, Monroe County faces distinctive challenges including hurricane vulnerability, geographic isolation, and a high cost of living that affects teacher recruitment. The district offers specialized marine science and environmental education programs that leverage the Keys' unique ecosystem, including partnerships with local research institutions. Monroe County schools are prominent evacuation points during storms; the district maintains detailed hurricane evacuation and makeup day policies, as Keys residents are often among the first to evacuate during tropical weather. Parents should follow keysschools.com for emergency updates.
The first day of school for all Monroe County students is Monday, August 11, 2027.
Spring Break runs from Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20, 2027. Students return on Monday, March 23.
Monroe County is highly vulnerable to hurricanes. The district has detailed hurricane evacuation protocols — Keys residents are often among the first ordered to evacuate. Schools may close for extended periods after major storms due to road damage, power outages, and shelter operations. Makeup days are built into the calendar, and the school year may be extended if necessary.
The last day of school is Thursday, May 28, 2027.
Yes. All Monroe County schools — from Key Largo to Key West — follow the same district-wide calendar, despite being spread across over 100 miles of islands.
Yes. Monroe County schools offer specialized marine science and environmental education programs that take advantage of the Keys' unique marine ecosystem. Programs often include hands-on reef and ocean exploration.
Monroe County follows the statewide FAST testing calendar with three assessment windows: fall (September), midyear (January), and spring (April–May).
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Monroe County School District academic calendar published on keysschools.com.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Monroe 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