Parents in Cobb County should note the key dates and holidays for the 2025-2026 school year.
The school year begins on Monday, August 4, and ends on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This schedule includes several breaks and important holidays that families should note.
Digital Learning Day: August 18, 2025.
Labor Day: September 1, 2025.
Fall Break: September 22-26, 2025.
Digital Learning Day: October 13, 2025.
Thanksgiving Break: November 24-28, 2025.
Digital Learning Day: December 2, 2025.
Winter Break: December 22, 2025-January 5, 2026. This break covers both Christmas and New Year’s, offering a two-week period. Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19, 2026.
Winter Break: February 16-20, 2026.
Digital Learning Day: March 2, 2026.
Spring Break: April 6-10, 2026.
Last Day of School: May 20, 2026.
In addition to these major breaks, the school calendar includes several early release days and staff days. These dates provide extra time for teacher planning and development, as well as shorter school days for students.
For the most up-to-date information and any changes to the schedule, parents should visit the Cobb County School District’s official website.
