Complete school year calendar for the Saratoga Springs City School District in Saratoga County — a Capital Region district known for its late September start and strong alignment with nearby Albany and Schenectady schedules.
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Superintendent's Conference Days | September 8–9, 2026 (Tue–Wed) | No School |
| First Day of School | September 10, 2026 (Thu) | School Opens |
| Yom Kippur | September 21, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day | October 12, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Superintendent's Conference Day | November 3, 2026 (Tue) | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 26–27, 2026 (Thu–Fri) | No School |
| Holiday Recess | Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Regents Exams (January) | January 26–29, 2027 | Regents |
| Mid-Winter Recess | February 15–19, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Superintendent's Conference Day | March 16, 2027 (Tue) | No School |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Spring Recess | March 29 – April 2, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Regents Exams (June) | June 15–17, 21–24, 2027 | Regents |
| Juneteenth (observed) | June 18, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Last Day of School | June 24, 2027 (Thu) | 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 Saratoga Springs City School District 2026-2027 school year runs from September 10, 2026 to June 24, 2027. The district serves approximately 7,000 students across 9 schools in Saratoga County and is a flagship district of the Capital Region. This board-approved calendar was adopted on February 12, 2026 — notably early compared to many districts that don't finalize their calendars until spring.
The most notable feature of Saratoga's 2026-2027 calendar is its late start date of September 10. While most New York districts begin classes in the first week of September, Saratoga doesn't start until the second Thursday — a full week later than Schenectady (September 8) and nearly a week after Albany. This is partly because the famous Saratoga Race Course season runs through Labor Day weekend, and the community's tourism-driven economy extends the summer calendar slightly. For families relocating to the area, this later start means more time to prepare.
The district's break schedule aligns tightly with other Capital Region districts. Holiday Recess (December 24 – January 1), Mid-Winter Recess (February 15–19), and Spring Recess (March 29 – April 2) all match the Schenectady and Troy schedules almost exactly. Good Friday (March 26) is observed as a standalone closure, creating a natural 6-day break when combined with Spring Recess. This regional alignment is very helpful for families who cross district lines for childcare, activities, or shared custody arrangements.
Saratoga Springs observes Yom Kippur (September 21) but not Rosh Hashanah — a pattern shared by Albany and Schenectady in this cycle. The district has 4 Superintendent's Conference Days: September 8–9 (before school starts), November 3, and March 16. The March date falls mid-week on a Tuesday, which parents often overlook when planning.
Regents Exams are scheduled for January 26–29 (midyear) and across two blocks in June (June 15–17 and 21–24). Saratoga Springs High School consistently ranks among the top-performing schools in the Capital Region, and families with high school students should plan around these exam periods. The school year ends on June 24, with built-in snow day buffer that's important given Saratoga County's snowy winters — the district commonly uses 3-5 snow days per year.
For easy reference, use the button at the top of this page to download a free, color-coded printable Saratoga Springs school calendar for your fridge or classroom.
The first day is Thursday, September 10, 2026 — notably later than most NY districts. September 7 is Labor Day and September 8–9 are Superintendent's Conference Days.
Holiday Recess runs from December 24, 2026 through January 1, 2027. Classes resume January 4.
Good Friday (March 26) is a standalone closure, followed by Spring Recess March 29 – April 2, 2027. Combined, that's 6 school days off.
The last day is Thursday, June 24, 2027.
Schools are closed November 26–27, 2026 for Thanksgiving.
Saratoga Springs starts on September 10, about a week later than most Capital Region districts. This is partly influenced by the area's tourism-driven economy around the famous Saratoga Race Course, which runs through Labor Day weekend.
Yes, very closely. Holiday Recess, Mid-Winter Recess (Feb 15–19), and Spring Recess (Mar 29 – Apr 2) all align with Schenectady and Albany, making it easy for Capital Region families.
Yes. Good Friday (March 26, 2027) is a standalone closure day that precedes the Spring Recess week, giving families a 6-school-day break total.
Data Source: This calendar is based on the official 2026-2027 calendar adopted by the Saratoga Springs City School District Board of Education on February 12, 2026.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Saratoga Springs City School District or the New York State Education Department (NYSED). For the most current and official calendar, please visit www.saratogaschools.org.
Dates are subject to change. Religious holiday dates are approximate and based on projected lunar calendar calculations.
Last updated: March 29, 2026