Complete school year calendar for Syracuse City School District — Central New York's largest urban school system serving over 20,000 students across 34 schools. Includes all holidays, breaks, half days, and important dates from September 2026 through June 2027.
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | September 8, 2026 (Tue) | School Opens |
| Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day | October 12, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 25–27, 2026 (Wed–Fri) | No School |
| Winter Recess | Dec 23, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | No School |
| Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Lunar New Year | February 8, 2027 (Mon, observed) | No School |
| Mid-Winter Recess | February 15–19, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Eid al-Fitr (est.) | March 10, 2027 (Wed, est.) | No School |
| Spring Recess | March 29 – April 2, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | 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 Syracuse City School District (SCSD) is the fifth-largest school district in New York State, serving approximately 20,000 students across 34 schools in the heart of Central New York. As a major urban district, SCSD provides comprehensive K-12 education with specialized programs including magnet schools and career-focused academies. Compare with Rochester and Albany calendars.
Syracuse's school calendar is shaped by Central New York's unique weather patterns — the city is one of the snowiest metropolitan areas in the U.S. — and includes built-in contingency days. The district observes Lunar New Year and Eid al-Fitr, reflecting its increasingly diverse student body. The calendar aligns with New York State Regents examination schedules.
The 2026-2027 school year for Syracuse City School District is projected to begin on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the day after Labor Day (September 7).
Syracuse typically builds 5 contingency (snow) days into its calendar given its status as one of America's snowiest cities. If unused, these days can lead to an earlier last day. The district may also implement remote learning during severe storms.
Spring Recess is projected for Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2, 2027. Syracuse typically schedules its spring break in late March or early April.
The last day of the 2026-2027 school year is projected to be Friday, June 25, 2027. This date may be extended if snow days are used during the winter.
No. Syracuse City School District operates on its own independent calendar. While both districts observe major federal holidays, their specific break dates and professional development schedules differ significantly.
Thanksgiving Recess for Syracuse is projected for Wednesday–Friday, November 25–27, 2026. Students typically also have early dismissal on the day before Thanksgiving.
NY State Regents Examination periods for Syracuse City School District: January Regents: 01/26 – 01/29. June Regents: 06/15 – 06/25. These are statewide exams taken by high school students.
Yes. Syracuse CSD observes Eid al-Fitr as a day off, which is notable for an upstate New York district.
Yes. The last day of the 2026-2027 school year is a half-day for students.
Data Source: This calendar is based on projected dates derived from historical Syracuse City School District scheduling patterns.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Syracuse City School District or the New York State Education Department (NYSED). For the most current and official calendar, please visit www.syracusecityschools.com.
Dates are subject to change. Religious holiday dates are approximate and based on projected lunar calendar calculations.
Last updated: March 10, 2026