| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 12, 2026 (Wed) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Fall Break | October 12–13, 2026 | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23–27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21–31, 2026 | No School |
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 22–26, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 28, 2027 (Fri) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Washington County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Washington County School District serves approximately 3,500 students in Chipley and surrounding communities in the western Panhandle. Washington County is a small Panhandle district centered around the town of Chipley. The district observes a Fall Day holiday (October 13). Teachers report on July 31, and the district schedules early release days with students released at 1:00 PM.
The first day of school for all Washington County students is August 12, 2026.
Spring Break runs from March 22, 2027 through March 26, 2027. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2026-2027 year is May 28, 2027.
Washington 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). Washington County School District follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Yes. Washington County schedules early release days where students are released at 1:00 PM, beginning November 20, 2026.
Yes. Washington County observes a Fall Break on October 12-13, 2026, when students, teachers, and other personnel are off.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Washington County School District academic calendar published on wcsdschools.com.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Washington 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 26, 2026