The 2026-2027 Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) calendar includes important dates for the academic year. The school year typically starts in August and ends in May, with breaks for holidays and teacher workdays scattered throughout. Be sure to mark your calendar with key dates such as the first day of school, holidays, and semester breaks.
Throughout the school year, students can look forward to several holidays and breaks. These breaks provide students and teachers with much-needed rest and relaxation. Some of the holidays included in the 2026-2027 GCPS calendar are Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Spring Break. These breaks are a great time for families to spend quality time together and recharge before returning to school.
2026-2027 Gcps Calendar
Teacher Workdays and Professional Development
In addition to holidays and breaks, the 2026-2027 GCPS calendar includes teacher workdays and professional development days. These days are essential for educators to collaborate, plan, and enhance their skills. During teacher workdays and professional development days, students typically have the day off from school. It’s important for parents to be aware of these dates so they can make alternative arrangements for their children.