Complete school year calendar for Wappingers CSD, Dutchess County. 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 |
| Rosh Hashanah | Sep 12, 2026 (Sat — observed Mon) | No School |
| Yom Kippur | Sep 21, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Recess | Nov 25–27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Recess | Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | No School |
| MLK Day | Jan 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Mid-Winter Recess | Feb 15–19, 2027 | No School |
| Spring Recess | Mar 22 – 29, 2027 | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | 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 Wappingers Central School District dictates the 2026-2027 academic schedule for roughly 10,000 students across 15 total schools. As a sprawling suburban-rural hybrid in the Hudson Valley, the district's calendar is a cornerstone of county-wide planning.
Wappingers intricately balances the strict 180-day instructional mandate of the NYSED with the realities of operating a massive transportation fleet over hilly terrain. The calendar strategically utilizes full-week closures for the Holiday Recess and Spring Break to align with state testing prep. The district is also steadily expanding its recognition of diverse cultural holidays, ensuring maximum attendance during the brutally competitive academic marking periods at both of its prominent high schools.
For easy reference, use the button at the top of this page to download a free, color-coded printable Wappingers school calendar for your fridge or classroom.
Data Source: Official Wappingers Central School District calendar publication.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Wappingers Central School District or the New York State Education Department (NYSED). For the most current and official calendar, please visit www.wappingersschools.org.
Official calendars can still change. Always confirm updates with the district before making plans.
Last updated: March 19, 2026