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Summer Break
School starts Aug 19
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
1 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Darien School District 61 school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Wednesday, August 19, 2026 to Friday, May 28, 2027 in Illinois.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 7 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Mar 27 – Apr 2
- •Winter break: Dec 21 – Jan 1
Darien School District 61 starts school 195 days later than most Illinois districts. Winter break starts 364 days later than the most common Illinois schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Darien School District 61 school open today?
No, Darien School District 61 is currently on summer break. School starts Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
When is the next day off for Darien School District 61?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Darien School District 61?
The first day of school for Darien School District 61 in 2026-27 is Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Darien School District 61?
The last day of school for Darien School District 61 in 2026-27 is Friday, May 28, 2027.
When is spring break for Darien School District 61?
Spring break for Darien School District 61 is Saturday, March 27, 2027 to Friday, April 2, 2027.
When is winter break for Darien School District 61?
Winter break for Darien School District 61 is Monday, December 21, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Darien School District 61 return to school after winter break on Monday, January 4, 2027. Winter break ends on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Darien School District 61?
Thanksgiving break for Darien School District 61 is Tuesday, November 24, 2026 to Friday, November 27, 2026.
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Last updated: July 14, 2026