| 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, 2027 – March 20, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2027 | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Okeechobee County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Okeechobee County School District serves approximately 7,000 students in the Okeechobee community on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee. Okeechobee County is a rural district centered around Lake Okeechobee, Florida's largest freshwater lake. The district operates 10 schools and is known for its strong agricultural and vocational programs, reflecting the area's cattle ranching and farming heritage. Okeechobee County also offers unique rodeo and equestrian extracurricular activities.
The district publishes its calendar in both English and Spanish, reflecting the community's diverse population. The instructional calendar includes designated early release days for staff professional development.
The first day of school for all Okeechobee County students is August 11, 2027.
Spring Break runs from March 16, 2027 through March 20, 2027. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2027-2027 year is May 28, 2027.
Okeechobee 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). Okeechobee County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Okeechobee County has strong agricultural and vocational programs at its high school, including FFA, livestock management, and equestrian activities — reflecting the region's cattle ranching and farming heritage.
Yes. The Okeechobee County School Board publishes the calendar in both English and Spanish, reflecting the community's diverse population.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Okeechobee County School District academic calendar published on okee.k12.fl.us.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Okeechobee 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