We are excited to share the official 2026–2027 Aurora R8 School Calendar!
For easy reference throughout the year, the full calendar is also available on each Aurora R8 school's website.
First Day of School: Monday, August 24, 2026
Last Day of School: Thursday, May 27, 2027 (12:30 dismissal)
Thanksgiving Break: November 25–26, 2026
Winter Break: December 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Half Days / Early Release:
• December 17, 2026 – End of 2nd Quarter (12:30 dismissal)
• May 27, 2027 – Last Day of School (12:30 dismissal)
Quarter Dates:
• 1st Quarter Ends – October 15, 2026
• 2nd Quarter Ends – December 17, 2026
• 3rd Quarter Ends – March 18, 2027
• 4th Quarter Ends – May 27, 2027
Summer School:
• First Day – June 1, 2027
• Last Day – July 1, 2027
Important Note About Makeup Days:
Makeup days will be used after 5 AMI Days. Possible makeup dates include March 5, April 2, April 23, May 14, and May 21.
Let’s make it another great year, Houn’ Dawgs!