Rutherford County Schools Calendar 2026-27
The next school break in Rutherford County Schools is the Thanksgiving break: Monday, November 23 to Friday, November 27.
All school breaks and days off for Rutherford County Schools.
52,127 students
Breaks, holidays and days off
| Break | Period | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Orientation day for students (2 hour day) | Aug 7, 2026 | 1 |
| Labor Day (Schools closed) | Sep 7, 2026 | 1 |
| Teacher admin day (No school for students) | Sep 18, 2026 | 1 |
| Fall break | Oct 5 – 9, 2026 | 5 |
| Teacher admin day/Election Day (No school for students) | Nov 3, 2026 | 1 |
| Thanksgiving break | Nov 23 – 27, 2026 | 5 |
| Winter break | Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | 12 |
| In-service / Safety day (No school for students) | Jan 4, 2027 | 1 |
| MLK Holiday (Schools closed) | Jan 18, 2027 | 1 |
| Presidents Day (Schools closed) | Feb 15, 2027 | 1 |
| Teacher admin day (No school for students) | Mar 11, 2027 | 1 |
| Good Friday (Schools closed) | Mar 26, 2027 | 1 |
| Spring break | Mar 29 – Apr 2, 2027 | 5 |
| Teacher admin day (No school for students) | May 7, 2027 | 1 |
| Teacher workday (No school for students) | May 27, 2027 | 1 |
| Last day of school, 2-hour day | May 28, 2027 | 1 |
Dates are taken from official publications. Schools may have additional days off, so check with your school if in doubt.
Source: Official source (Rutherford County Schools). Last checked: October 12, 2026. More about our sources
School breaks in Rutherford County Schools this school year
In the 2026-2027 school year, schools in Rutherford County Schools have 4 breaks, adding up to 27 days off including weekends.
The table above lists every break, along with other days off such as federal holidays where the district has published them.
Does this calendar apply to your school?
The dates on this page come from the district's published calendar and apply to its public schools. Private schools and many charter schools set their own calendars. Districts can also change their calendar during the year, for example to make up snow days, so check the district website for the latest version.
Frequently asked questions
How many days of breaks does Rutherford County Schools have in 2026-2027?
27 days including weekends, spread over 4 breaks.
Do these dates apply to every school in Rutherford County Schools?
They apply to the district's public schools. Private schools and some charter schools set their own calendars, so check with your child's school.