Plano's public schools begin the 2026-27 year around August 11, 2026. Here are the first-day and key calendar dates for the districts that serve the city.
Demarcus Ferris
July 24, 20261 min read
Summer is winding down, and classes are about to resume for students across Plano. Here is when the new school year begins and the key dates families will want to mark, based on each district's official 2026-27 calendar.
The city of Plano is served by Plano ISD, where students return Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The year runs through May 21, 2027.
The full Thanksgiving, winter and spring break schedule is on the district's official calendar, linked below.
Families who live near a district boundary can confirm their child's assigned district and campus by address on the district's website.
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1777302861/pisdedu/tokibp2plqa0ltg56fdv/2026-27_Text_Calendar_ENG.pdf
Demarcus Ferris
Demarcus Ferris writes about community life, schools, public safety, and local events in Plano.
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