Ben Hill County School District School Calendar 2026-2027

Four dates keep students learning away from the regular classroom: September 4, October 9, February 12 and March 15. The October and March virtual days also include parent conferences. Before the first long break, October 9 is still a learning day; fall break itself runs October 12–16. The same distinction matters in February, when the February 12 virtual day comes before winter break on February 15–17. Families should check their school’s instructions for assignments and conference appointments.

Thanksgiving break covers November 23–27. December 18 brings early release and class parties before Christmas break begins December 21. The holiday ends January 1, but January 4–5 are teacher in-service days without student classes. January 6 is the expected return. In March, students have March 12 off for teacher in-service and learn virtually March 15. Spring break runs April 5–9, followed by an end-of-year testing window from April 19 through May 21. The final student date is May 21, with early release, year-end class parties and graduation that evening. Schools will provide specific testing, pickup and ceremony arrangements.