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Summer Break
School starts Aug 19
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
2 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Hays Unified School District 489 school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Wednesday, August 19, 2026 to Friday, May 21, 2027 in Hays, Kansas.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 11 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Mar 15 – Mar 19
- •Winter break: Dec 21 – Jan 4
Hays Unified School District 489 starts school 367 days later than most Kansas districts. Winter break starts 364 days later than the most common Kansas schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hays Unified School District 489 school open today?
No, Hays Unified School District 489 is currently on summer break. School starts Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
When is the next day off for Hays Unified School District 489?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Hays Unified School District 489?
The first day of school for Hays Unified School District 489 in 2026-27 is Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Hays Unified School District 489?
The last day of school for Hays Unified School District 489 in 2026-27 is Friday, May 21, 2027.
When is spring break for Hays Unified School District 489?
Spring break for Hays Unified School District 489 is Monday, March 15, 2027 to Friday, March 19, 2027.
When is winter break for Hays Unified School District 489?
Winter break for Hays Unified School District 489 is Monday, December 21, 2026 to Monday, January 4, 2027.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Hays Unified School District 489 return to school after winter break on Tuesday, January 5, 2027. Winter break ends on Monday, January 4, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Hays Unified School District 489?
Thanksgiving break for Hays Unified School District 489 is Sunday, October 25, 2026 to Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
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What school district is Hays, KS in?
Hays, Kansas is served by Hays Unified School District 489. This page shows the 2026-27 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in Hays?
School in Hays (Hays Unified School District 489) starts on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: July 13, 2026