Seattle Public Schools Calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year, Seattle Public School (SPS) will start classes for grades 1–12 on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, starting on Monday, September 8, with preschool and kindergarten. The school year Wednesday, June 17, 2026, is characterized by an early dismissal of 60 minutes. During the whole year, all schools will inspect the starting release of 75 minutes every Wednesday, except during the first and last weeks of school.
Important breaks include Thanksgiving to 27–28, 2025; Winter breaks by December 22, 2025, January 2, 2026; Mid-February breaks from February 16–20 February 2026; And spring breaks from April 13-17, 2026. The holidays observed without any school are Veterans Day (11 November), Martin Luther King Junior Day (19 January), Presidents’ Day (16 February), Memorial Day (25 May), and Juneteenth (19 June). Family-teacher conferences for primary and K-8 schools are scheduled from 24-26, 2025. Potential emergency closed makeup days 18, 22, and 23, 2026.
Seattle Public Schools Calendar
| Date Range | Event |
|---|---|
| August 26–29, 2025 | Teacher Preparation Days (TRI Days) |
| September 3, 2025 | First Day of School for Grades 1–12 |
| September 8, 2025 | First Day of School for Preschool and Kindergarten |
| October 10, 2025 | State In-Service Day (No School for Students) |
| November 24–26, 2025 | Family-Teacher Conferences (No School for Elementary and K–8 Students; varies by school) |
| January 28, 2026 | End of Semester 1 |
| January 29, 2026 | Start of Semester 2 |
| June 17, 2026 | Last Day of School (60-Minute Early Release) |
Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is the largest public school district in Washington state, serving more than 50,000 students in more than 100 schools. SPS is committed to providing a high-quality, equitable education that prepares every student for success in college, career, and life. The district offers a variety of educational programs, including advanced placement, international baccalaureate, career and technical education, and special education services. Along with a focus on innovation, inclusion, and community engagement, Seattle Public Schools strives to create a safe and supportive teaching environment where all students can flourish. The district emphasizes individual learning, cultural accountability, and socio-spiritual welfare to meet the needs of its diverse student population.
Seattle Public Schools Teacher Workdays Calendar 2025-26
| Month | Key Dates | Workdays for Teachers | Notes |
| August 1, 2025 | Aug 26–28: Paid Teacher TRI DaysAug 29: Optional (no students)Sep 2: Labor Day | 3 Paid TRI Days | Pre-planning time before students start |
| September 1, 2025 | Sep 3: First Day for Students Sep 10: First Early Release (Wednesdays)Sep 26: TRI/PD | Regular schedule + 1 TRI/PD Day | School year begins for students |
| October 1, 2025 | Oct 11: TRI/PD Day (no students) | 1 TRI/PD Day | Professional development |
| November 1, 2025 | Nov 11: Veterans Day (Holiday)Nov 26: Day before Thanksgiving Nov 27–29: Thanksgiving Break | Regular + 1 TRI/PD | Holiday break; no students Nov 27–29 |
| December 1, 2025 | Dec 20–31: Winter Break | Regular + 1 TRI/PD before break | Winter break begins Dec 20 |
| January 1, 2026 | Jan 1–3: Winter Break cont.Jan 20: MLK Jr. Day | Regular schedule | Second semester prep |
| February 1, 2026 | Feb 14: Mid-Winter Break beginsFeb 17: Presidents’ Day (Holiday) | 1 TRI/PD before break | Week-long break Feb 14–21 |
| March 1, 2026 | March 20: TRI/PD Day (no students) | 1 TRI/PD | Learning improvement time |
| April 1, 2026 | Apr 6–10: Spring Break | 1 TRI/PD before break | Spring break vacation |
| May 1, 2026 | May 25: Memorial Day (Holiday) | Regular schedule | Final trimester starts |
| June 1, 2026 | Jun 17: Last Day for Students (60-min early release)Jun 19: Juneteenth Holiday | Final Contract Day: Jun 17 | School year ends; teacher contract closes |
Seattle Public Schools Holiday
| Date(s) | Holiday/Event |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 | Labor Day |
| November 11, 2025 | Veterans Day |
| November 27–28, 2025 | Thanksgiving & Native American Heritage Day |
| December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | Winter Break |
| January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| February 16–20, 2026 | Mid-Winter Break (including Presidents' Day) |
| April 13–17, 2026 | Spring Break |
| May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth (staff holiday; no school when in session) |
Official Website – Seattleschools.org
FAQs
Q1. When does the Seattle Public Schools academic year start and end?
A. The Seattle Public Schools academic year for 2025–2026 begins on August 26, 2025, and ends on June 17, 2026.
Q2. What holidays are observed in the Seattle Public Schools calendar?
A. Seattle Public Schools observes major holidays, including Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Mid-Winter Break, Spring Break, Memorial Day, and Juneteenth.
Q3. Are there early release days in the Seattle Public Schools calendar?
A. Yes, Seattle Public Schools has a 75-minute early release every Wednesday, except on the first and last days of school.
Q4. How can I find the full Seattle Public Schools calendar?
A. The full calendar is available on the official Seattle Public Schools website.
Q5. When are teacher planning or in-service days in Seattle Public Schools?
A. Teacher preparation days are held before school starts, with additional in-service days throughout the year, such as October 10, 2025.
