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 magnet programs and career academies.
Syracuse's school calendar is uniquely shaped by Central New York's legendary weather patterns. Because the city consistently ranks as one of the snowiest metropolitan areas in the U.S., the calendar includes built-in contingency days to buffer against winter storms. Additionally, the district observes Lunar New Year and Eid al-Fitr, reflecting its vibrant and increasingly diverse student body.
For easy reference, use the button at the top of this page to download a free, color-coded printable Syracuse school calendar for your fridge or classroom.
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 17, 2026