Planning around the Union County School Calendar starts with knowing the important dates. The academic calendar includes the first day of school, last day of school, winter break, spring break, and holidays like Labor Day, Memorial Day, MLK Day, Veterans Day, and New Year’s Day. You’ll also find semester end dates, 6-week period dates, 9-week period dates, teacher workdays, and employee planning days. Whether you need a printable calendar for parents, students, or teachers, this Union County Public Schools Calendar guide offers a downloadable PDF overview.
Union County School Calendar Overview
The Union County School Calendar follows a traditional school year calendar. The UCPS calendar is approved by the Union County Board of Education and applies to most schools in the district. The 2026-2027 school year begins on August 24, 2026, and ends on June 4, 2027. The district has also released dates for the 2027-2028 school year.
This guide covers key dates, school holidays, grading periods, and teacher workdays. All dates come from official Union County Public Schools sources.
Union County School Calendar 2026-2027: Key Dates
Here are the Union County School Calendar and important dates for the 2026-2027 school year.
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 24, 2026 | — |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 | January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 26, 2027 | April 2, 2027 |
| Last Day of School | June 4, 2027 | — |
The first day of school is August 24, 2026. Winter break runs from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Spring break begins March 26, 2027, and ends April 2, 2027. The last day of school is June 4, 2027.
Union County School Holidays 2026-2027
The Union County School Holidays for 2026-2027 include national holidays and district breaks. Below is the holiday schedule.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Holiday | November 26-27, 2026 |
| Winter Break (Christmas Break) | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| New Year Holiday | January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 26 – April 2, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
Thanksgiving break includes November 26 and 27. The winter break period covers Christmas and New Year. MLK holiday falls on January 18. Memorial Day is May 31, 2027.
Union County School Calendar 2026-2027 Preview
The 2026-2027 Union County School calendar includes required teacher workdays, optional workdays, and professional development days throughout the year. Key teacher dates include required teacher workdays on August 17-20 and October 16. The district schedules professional development days for November 3. Optional teacher workdays appear on August 14, August 21, September 21, November 25, February 15, April 30, and June 9. Required teacher workdays at the end of the year are June 7-8, followed by district professional development days on June 10-11.
Source: https://www.ucpsnc.org/calendars
The calendar also marks grading periods. The first 6-week period for secondary schools ends October 6, 2026. The first 9-week period for elementary schools ends October 26, 2026. The first semester ends January 14, 2027.
Union County School Holidays 2027-2028
The 2027-2028 school year holiday schedule follows a similar pattern.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 6, 2027 |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2027 |
| Thanksgiving Holiday | November 25-26, 2027 |
| Winter Break | December 20, 2027 – January 3, 2028 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday | January 17, 2028 |
| Spring Break | April 3 – April 7, 2028 |
| Memorial Day | May 29, 2028 |
The 2027-2028 calendar follows the traditional schedule structure. Labor Day falls on September 6, 2027. Veterans Day is observed on November 11, 2027. Thanksgiving break runs November 25-26, 2027. Winter break begins December 20, 2027, and ends January 3, 2028. MLK holiday is January 17, 2028. Spring break is scheduled for April 3-7, 2028. Memorial Day is May 29, 2028.
Union County School Calendar 2027-2028 Preview
The 2027-2028 Union County School calendar continues the district’s traditional academic schedule. The school year calendar includes teacher workdays, required workdays, and optional workdays. Professional development days and employee planning days support staff preparation throughout the year. Semester end dates and grading period dates follow the same 6-week and 9-week structure as the prior year.
Source: https://www.ucpsnc.org/calendars
Month-by-Month Calendar Breakdown
August 2026: Optional teacher workday August 14. Required teacher workdays August 17-20. Optional teacher workday August 21. First day of school August 24.
September 2026: Labor Day holiday September 7. Optional teacher workday September 21.
October 2026: End of first 6-week period (secondary) October 6. Required teacher workday October 16. End of first 9-week period (elementary) October 26.
November 2026: District professional development day November 3. Veterans Day holiday November 11. End of second 6-week period (secondary) November 18. Optional teacher workday November 25. Thanksgiving holiday November 26-27.
December 2026: Winter break begins December 21 and continues through December 31. Christmas break and New Year holiday fall within this period.
January 2027: New Year holiday January 1. End of first semester January 14. Required teacher workday January 15. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday January 18.
February 2027: Optional teacher workday February 15.
March 2027: End of fourth 6-week period (secondary) March 3. End of third 9-week period (elementary) March 24. Spring break begins March 26 and continues through March 31.
April 2027: Spring break ends April 2. End of fifth 6-week period (secondary): April 22. Optional teacher workday April 30.
May 2027: Memorial Day holiday May 31.
June 2027: Last day of school June 4. Required teacher workdays June 7-8. Optional teacher workday June 9. District professional development days June 10-11.
Teacher Workdays & Professional Development Days
Teacher workdays are built into the UCPS calendar to give educators time for planning, grading, and training. Required workdays mean all teachers must report. Optional workdays give staff flexibility.
For 2026-2027, required teacher workdays are scheduled for August 17-20, October 16, and January 15. End-of-year required workdays are June 7-8. Optional teacher workdays include August 14, August 21, September 21, November 25, February 15, April 30, and June 9.
District professional development days are November 3 and June 10-11. These employee planning days focus on staff training and instructional preparation.
Semester & Grading Period Dates
The academic calendar divides the year into semesters and grading periods.
First Semester: Begins August 24, 2026. Ends January 14, 2027.
Second Semester: Begins January 15, 2027 (teacher workday). Classes resume for students after the semester break. The semester ends June 4, 2027.
6-Week Periods (Secondary):
- Period 1 ends October 6, 2026
- Period 2 ends November 18, 2026
- Period 3 ends January 14, 2027 (semester end)
- Period 4 ends March 3, 2027
- Period 5 ends April 22, 2027
- Period 6 ends June 4, 2027
9-Week Periods (Elementary):
- Period 1 ends October 26, 2026
- Period 2 ends January 14, 2027 (semester end)
- Period 3 ends March 24, 2027
- Period 4 ends June 4, 2027
Best Times to Travel During Union County School Year
Families planning trips around the school calendar should consider these break periods.
Winter Break (December 21 – January 1): The longest break of the year. Includes Christmas and New Year. Good for extended travel, but expect higher prices and crowds.
Spring Break (March 26 – April 2): A full week off in late March and early April. Popular for family vacations.
Thanksgiving Break (November 26-27): A short break. Good for local trips or visiting relatives.
Labor Day Weekend: A three-day weekend in early September.
Memorial Day Weekend: A three-day weekend in late May.
Avoid scheduling trips during required teacher workdays or grading period end dates if your child needs to be present for exams or assessments.
Union County School Calendar PDF Download
A printable calendar PDF is available for download. The calendar download includes all key dates, holidays, teacher workdays, and grading periods.
The official Union County School calendar is the best source for the most current information. Check the district website for any updates or changes.
Calendar Download & Resources
The 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school year calendars are available as PDF downloads from the official Union County Public Schools website.
- 2026-2027 School Year Calendar: Download PDF
- 2027-2028 School Year Calendar: Download PDF
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About Union County School Calendar
Union County Public Schools is a school district in North Carolina. The district serves students across Union County. The UCPS calendar is approved by the Union County Board of Education. The traditional academic calendar applies to most district schools. The Wolfe School and Union County Early College may follow different calendars.
For the most up-to-date information, always refer to the official Union County Public Schools website.
Official Website: Union County School Calendar
Frequently Asked Questions
The first day of school is August 24.
Winter break runs from December 21 through January 1.
The last day of school is June 4.
The calendar does not list a separate fall break. Labor Day is the first major holiday.
Thanksgiving break is November 26-27.
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is January 18.
Use the official download links above or visit the district website.
Disclaimer: This information is for general informational purposes only. Union County School Calendar dates can change. Always verify dates with the official Union County Public Schools website.
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