| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 6, 2025 (Wed) | School Opens |
| Labor Day Weekend (Student & Staff Holiday) | August 29 – September 1, 2025 | No School |
| Early Dismissal & Parent-Teacher Conferences | September 18–19, 2025 | Early Release / No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2025 (Tue) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 24–28, 2025 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 22–31, 2025 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 19, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Early Dismissal & Parent-Teacher Conferences | February 12–13, 2026 | Early Release / No School |
| Teacher Work Day / Professional Dev Day | March 13 & 16, 2026 | No School – Students |
| Spring Break | April 6–10, 2026 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Graduation | May 16, 2026 (Sat) | Graduation |
| Last Day of School | May 20, 2026 (Wed) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Orange County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
The Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is the eighth-largest school district in the United States and the fourth-largest in Florida. Serving approximately 210,000 students across nearly 200 schools, OCPS covers the greater Orlando metropolitan area — one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation, adding roughly 1,000 new residents per week.
OCPS operates on one of the earliest school year calendars in Florida, with classes typically starting in the first week of August and ending by late May. This schedule is partly driven by the district's close ties to the theme park and hospitality industry: Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld are all major employers, and the early schedule allows families to take advantage of summer tourism employment.
The district is home to nationally recognized magnet programs, career and technical education academies (aerospace, gaming/simulation, biomedical sciences), and dual-enrollment partnerships with Valencia College that allow students to earn their Associate's degree alongside their high school diploma — all tuition-free. Learn more at ocps.net.
The first day of school for OCPS students is Wednesday, August 6, 2025, one of the earliest start dates in the state.
Spring Break runs from Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10, 2026.
OCPS has historically started its school year in early August, finishing by mid-to-late May. This schedule is partly influenced by the need to complete first-semester exams before the Winter Break, and the community’s strong connection to the tourism/hospitality industry which benefits from an earlier end to the school year.
Yes. OCPS, located in Central Florida, maintains inclement weather policies that include designated makeup days. If schools are closed due to hurricanes or tropical storms, the district uses built-in non-student days or extends the calendar as needed. Families should monitor OCPS communications and local media for updates.
The last day for students is Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Graduation ceremonies are scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026.
OCPS follows the statewide FAST assessment windows: early fall (September), mid-year (January), and spring (April–May). Specific schedules are communicated by individual schools to families.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Orange County Public Schools academic calendar published on ocps.net.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Orange County Public Schools 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