Complete school year calendar for Jericho UFSD — consistently ranked among the top 3 public school districts in New York State with exceptional academic outcomes. Includes all holidays, breaks, half days, and important dates from September 2026 through June 2027.
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 31, 2026 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Yom Kippur | September 21, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Columbus Day | October 12, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 26–27, 2026 (Thu–Fri) | No School |
| Winter Recess | Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | No School |
| Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Week | February 15–19, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Eid al-Fitr | March 9, 2027 (Tue) | No School |
| Holy Thursday / Good Friday | March 25–26, 2027 (Thu–Fri) | No School |
| Easter Monday | March 29, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Recess (Passover) | April 19–23, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Eid al-Adha | May 17, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Juneteenth (Observed) | June 18, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Last Day of School | June 25, 2027 (Fri) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar from September 2026 to June 2027. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
The Jericho Union Free School District 2026-2027 school year runs from August 31, 2026 to June 25, 2027. Jericho is consistently ranked as the #1 school district in New York State and among the top 3 nationally, known for its exceptionally high SAT scores and strong STEM and arts programs. Neighboring Syosset and Herricks.
Jericho has one of the earliest start dates on Long Island (August 31) and 184 student days. The calendar features closures for Eid al-Fitr (March 9) and Eid al-Adha (May 17), Holy Thursday/Good Friday, Easter Monday, and a separate Spring/Passover recess (April 19-23).
Aug 31, 2026.
Jun 22, 2027.
Dec 24 – Jan 1. Students return the next school day.
Mar 30 – Apr 3, 2027.
Feb 16-20, 2027.
182 student days. Approved by the Board in 2026.
Yes. Jericho is frequently ranked the #1 school district in New York State by Niche.com, known for exceptional academics and test scores.
Yes. Jericho observes both Lunar New Year and Diwali, reflecting its large and diverse Asian American community.
Data Source: This calendar is based on projected dates derived from historical Jericho Union Free School District scheduling patterns.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Jericho Union Free School District or the New York State Education Department (NYSED). For the most current and official calendar, please visit www.jerichoschools.org.
Dates are subject to change. Religious holiday dates are approximate and based on projected lunar calendar calculations.
Last updated: March 13, 2026