| 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 Volusia County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Volusia County Schools serves approximately 64,000 students in Daytona Beach, Deltona, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, and surrounding communities. Volusia County Schools serves a diverse district along Florida's central Atlantic coast, encompassing Daytona Beach, Deltona, DeLand, and surrounding communities. The district operates over 80 schools and is known for its early release Wednesdays — most elementary schools dismiss early every Wednesday for teacher collaboration.
Volusia County designates certain Professional Learning Days as potential inclement weather makeup days (e.g., September 22). The district offers choice programs including STEM, performing arts, and International Baccalaureate (IB).
The first day of school for all Volusia 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.
Volusia 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). Volusia County Schools follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Most Volusia County elementary schools observe early release every Wednesday, with some exceptions during FTE (enrollment count) weeks. This time is dedicated to teacher collaboration and professional development.
Volusia County designates certain Professional Learning Days (such as September 22, 2025) as potential inclement weather makeup days. If not needed for storm closures, they remain regular non-student days.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Volusia County Schools academic calendar published on vcsedu.org.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Volusia 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