The school year typically concludes in late May or early June, depending on whether any "snow days" or emergency closures were used during the winter. JCPS builds makeup days into the end of the calendar to ensure that students meet the required instructional hours.

| Event | Date(s) | |-------|----------| | First Day for Students (Pre-K) | (Wednesday) | | Labor Day (No School) | September 1, 2025 | | Fall Break | October 13–17, 2025 | | Thanksgiving Break | November 26–28, 2025 | | Winter Break | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | | Spring Break | March 30 – April 3, 2026 | | Last Day for Students | May 21, 2026 (Thursday) | | Home Visitation / Conferences (No students) | October 6, 2025 & February 10, 2026 |

Throughout the autumn, the calendar includes several important breaks. Labor Day in September and a multi-day Fall Break in October provide families with time to recharge. Additionally, Parent-Teacher Conference days are integrated into the fall schedule. These meetings are vital for Early Childhood parents, as they offer a formal opportunity to discuss developmental milestones and social-emotional progress.

JCPS Early Childhood Communications (simulated for planning purposes) This report is for informational use. Confirm all dates with your child’s school before the 2025–2026 year begins.

JCPS historically uses NTI (Non-Traditional Instruction) days rather than snow days for Pre-K, due to the difficulty of adding make-up days for young learners. For 2025–2026:

Here are some key dates to keep in mind: