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Newark City School District calendar 2026/27 (New Jersey)
The next break in Newark City School District is NJEA Convention, from Thursday 5 November 2026 to Friday 6 November 2026 (2 days).
Below are all school holidays for the 2026/27 school year, with the first and last day of school where known, and the public holidays of the next twelve months. Updated Fri 16 Oct 2026.
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School holidays
School year 2026/27
First day of school: Tue 8 Sep 2026 · Last day of school: Mon 28 Jun 2027
| Holiday | From | To | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday: Indigenous Peoples’ Day | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Mon 12 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Staff Development Day #3 No school for students | Wed 21 Oct 2026 | Wed 21 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| NJEA Convention | Thu 5 Nov 2026 | Fri 6 Nov 2026 | 2 |
| Holiday: Veterans Day | Wed 11 Nov 2026 | Wed 11 Nov 2026 | 1 |
| Parent/Teacher Conference (1:00 pm dismissal for Students) Early release | Wed 18 Nov 2026 | Wed 18 Nov 2026 | 1 |
| Holiday: Puerto Rico Heritage Day (Observance) | Fri 20 Nov 2026 | Fri 20 Nov 2026 | 1 |
| Early Dismissal (1:00 pm for Students and Staff) Early release | Wed 25 Nov 2026 | Wed 25 Nov 2026 | 1 |
| Holiday: Thanksgiving | Thu 26 Nov 2026 | Fri 27 Nov 2026 | 2 |
| Early Dismissal (1:00 pm for Students and Staff) Early release | Wed 23 Dec 2026 | Wed 23 Dec 2026 | 1 |
| Christmas Eve / Christmas Day / Winter Recess / New Year’s Eve / New Year’s Day | Thu 24 Dec 2026 | Fri 1 Jan 2027 | 9 |
| Holiday: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday | Mon 18 Jan 2027 | Mon 18 Jan 2027 | 1 |
| Staff Development Day #4 No school for students | Wed 27 Jan 2027 | Wed 27 Jan 2027 | 1 |
| Parent/Teacher Conference (1:00 pm dismissal for Students) Early release | Mon 8 Feb 2027 | Mon 8 Feb 2027 | 1 |
| Holiday: Presidents’ Day | Mon 15 Feb 2027 | Mon 15 Feb 2027 | 1 |
| Staff Development Day #5 No school for students | Wed 24 Feb 2027 | Wed 24 Feb 2027 | 1 |
| Holiday: Eid-al-Fitr | Wed 10 Mar 2027 | Wed 10 Mar 2027 | 1 |
| Holiday: Good Friday | Fri 26 Mar 2027 | Fri 26 Mar 2027 | 1 |
| Spring Recess | Mon 29 Mar 2027 | Fri 2 Apr 2027 | 5 |
| Holiday: Memorial Day | Mon 31 May 2027 | Mon 31 May 2027 | 1 |
| Holiday: Juneteenth | Fri 18 Jun 2027 | Fri 18 Jun 2027 | 1 |
| Last Day of School for Students and Staff - Early Dismissal Early release | Mon 28 Jun 2027 | Mon 28 Jun 2027 | 1 |
Public holidays in New Jersey, next 12 months
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Tue 3 Nov 2026 | Election Day |
| Wed 11 Nov 2026 | Veterans Day |
| Thu 26 Nov 2026 | Thanksgiving Day |
| Fri 25 Dec 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Fri 1 Jan 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Mon 18 Jan 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Fri 12 Feb 2027 | Lincoln's Birthday |
| Mon 15 Feb 2027 | Presidents Day |
| Fri 26 Mar 2027 | Good Friday |
| Mon 31 May 2027 | Memorial Day |
| Fri 18 Jun 2027 | Juneteenth National Independence Day Observed |
| Sat 19 Jun 2027 | Juneteenth National Independence Day |
| Sun 4 Jul 2027 | Independence Day |
| Mon 5 Jul 2027 | Independence Day Observed |
| Mon 6 Sep 2027 | Labor Day |
| Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Columbus Day |
Frequently asked questions
When is NJEA Convention 2026 in Newark City School District?
NJEA Convention 2026 in Newark City School District is from Thursday 5 November 2026 to Friday 6 November 2026, 2 days including weekends.
When is Holiday: Thanksgiving 2026 in Newark City School District?
Holiday: Thanksgiving 2026 in Newark City School District is from Thursday 26 November 2026 to Friday 27 November 2026, 2 days including weekends.
When is Christmas Eve / Christmas Day / Winter Recess / New Year’s Eve / New Year’s Day 2026 in Newark City School District?
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day / Winter Recess / New Year’s Eve / New Year’s Day 2026 in Newark City School District is from Thursday 24 December 2026 to Friday 1 January 2027, 9 days including weekends.
When is Spring Recess 2027 in Newark City School District?
Spring Recess 2027 in Newark City School District is from Monday 29 March 2027 to Friday 2 April 2027, 5 days including weekends.
When is the last day of school in Newark City School District?
The last day of the 2026/27 school year is Monday 28 June 2027.
Can I add the Newark City School District school holidays to my calendar?
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Sources
| School year | Source | Document | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/27 | Researched by Holibase | www.nps.k12.nj.us | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
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