Classes for the upcoming 2026-27 school semester are set to begin Aug. 12 and end May 27, according to the newly approved academic calendar by Montgomery ISD.
The framework
The calendar’s development was supported by the Montgomery ISD District Advisory Committee, which is made up of district staff, community members and student parents.
Every year, the DAC surveys to get a consensus on priorities for next year’s academic calendar. A majority of committee members—as well as 68% of respondents across multiple surveys—said they wanted MISD’s fall break to be extended to a full week next semester.
Below are other highlights for the updated academic calendar from MISD:
- Classes begin Aug. 12 and end May 27.
- Academic days are extended to 174 days compared to the previous 172.
- Fall break: An extended fall break for students and staff. Oct. 9 will be a staff work day and student holiday, followed by districtwide holidays for all students and staff Oct. 12-16.
- Spring break is set for March 15-19.
- Early release days are set at the conclusion of both the fall and spring semesters.
What MISD is saying
Superintendent Mark Ruffin emphasized how grateful the MISD board and educators are for the collaborative work the DAC provides every year.
“Developing an academic calendar requires balancing instructional priorities, student and staff needs, and state requirements,” Ruffin said. “The DAC carefully considered community feedback and delivered a calendar that reflects the voices of our stakeholders while keeping students at the center of every decision.”
The new full academic calendar can be found here.