Jericho Union Free School District Calendar 2026–2027

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.

Official dates — These dates are based on the approved Jericho Union Free School District 2026-2027 board calendar.

Key Dates at a Glance

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Key dates for Jericho Union Free School District 2026-2027 school year
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

Jericho School Calendar 2026–2027

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.

School Day
Weekend
Holiday (No School)
School Break
First / Last Day
Important Date

Jericho District Overview

The Jericho Union Free School District caters to roughly 3,200 students in central Nassau County. As a perennial contender for the top-performing public school district in the United States, its calendar is an essential timeline for rigorous academic achievement.

The Jericho school calendar is structured to provide strategic breaks during the grueling college-prep and AP testing seasons. The Board of Education proactively adapts the holiday schedule year-to-year to respectfully include major Jewish, Asian, and Islamic cultural observances—ensuring instruction is not disrupted during peak family celebrations.

For easy reference, use the button at the top of this page to download a free, color-coded printable Jericho school calendar for your fridge or desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Aug 31, 2026.
Jun 25, 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.
Jericho is located in Long Island. Nearby school districts include Syosset, Hicksville and Herricks. Each district sets its own academic calendar, though break schedules in the same region often align.

About This Calendar

Data Source: Official Jericho Union Free School District calendar publication.

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.

Official calendars can still change. Always confirm updates with the district before making plans.

Last updated: March 17, 2026