| 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 30, 2026 – April 3, 2026 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 29, 2026 | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Pasco County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Pasco County Schools serves approximately 78,000 students in Land O' Lakes, Wesley Chapel, New Port Richey, Dade City, and surrounding communities north of Tampa. Pasco County is one of Florida's fastest-growing districts, fueled by rapid suburban development in areas like Wesley Chapel and Land O' Lakes. The district offers career academies, Cambridge International programs, and a growing number of STEM-focused schools.
Notably, Pasco County starts school slightly later than most Florida districts (August 13 instead of August 11). The district also schedules a late Spring Break (March 30 – April 3), which is unique in the Tampa Bay area. Secondary schools have designated early release days throughout the year.
The first day of school for all Pasco County students is August 13, 2025.
Spring Break runs from March 30, 2026 through April 3, 2026. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2025-2026 year is May 29, 2026.
Pasco County Schools 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). Pasco County Schools follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Pasco County's first day of school is August 13, 2025, two days later than most neighboring districts. The Board-approved calendar balances instructional time across quarters while accommodating community preferences for a slightly later start.
Pasco County's Spring Break runs March 30 – April 3, 2026, which is later than most Tampa Bay area districts. This aligns more closely with Easter and gives families a late-spring vacation option.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Pasco County Schools academic calendar published on pasco.k12.fl.us.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Pasco County 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