Families in Charlotte and across Mecklenburg County rely on the CMS calendar to plan their year. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Calendar 2025–26 outlines every important date—from the first day of class in August to the final day in June. Parents use it to schedule childcare and vacations, while teachers and students plan around holidays and breaks. The official calendar is published by CMS and available as a PDF download.
Important Dates in the 2025–26 School Year
Here are the key dates families should mark in the CMS 2025–26 calendar:
- First Day of School: August 25, 2025 – Students return to start the new year.
- Labor Day: September 1, 2025 – Schools closed.
- Thanksgiving Break: November 26–28, 2025 – A long holiday weekend.
- Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 – Schools closed for the holidays.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19, 2026 – No school.
- Spring Break: April 6–10, 2026 – One week off for students and staff.
- Memorial Day: May 25, 2026 – Schools closed.
- Last Day of School: June 11, 2026 – The school year concludes.
Additional notes:
- Teacher Workdays/Planning Days are scheduled throughout the year when students are not in session.
- Early Release Days require families to adjust pickup times.
- Weather Makeup Days are built into the calendar in case of closures due to storms or emergencies.
Schools That Follow the Calendar
The CMS calendar applies to all public schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district, which serves more than 140,000 students. This includes:
- Elementary Schools across Charlotte and surrounding communities.
- Middle Schools serving grades 6–8 in the district.
- High Schools including large schools like Myers Park High, Ardrey Kell High, and West Charlotte High.
- Specialty Programs and Centers under CMS also follow the official district calendar.
⚠️ Charter schools and private schools in Mecklenburg County may follow different calendars—families should verify directly with their child’s school.
Final Thoughts
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 2025–26 calendar provides the roadmap for the entire academic year. From the first day of school in August to spring break 2026 and the last day in June, knowing these dates helps parents, students, and staff stay organized and stress-free.
For full details, download the official CMS 2025–26 School Calendar PDF.