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Summer Break
School starts Aug 25
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
1 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Dare County Schools school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Tuesday, August 25, 2026 to Friday, June 4, 2027 in Wanchese, North Carolina.
- •4 scheduled breaks and 6 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Apr 5 – Apr 9
- •Winter break: Dec 21 – Jan 1
Dare County Schools starts school 372 days later than most North Carolina districts. Winter break starts 364 days later than the most common North Carolina schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dare County Schools school open today?
No, Dare County Schools is currently on summer break. School starts Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
When is the next day off for Dare County Schools?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Dare County Schools?
The first day of school for Dare County Schools in 2026-27 is Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Dare County Schools?
The last day of school for Dare County Schools in 2026-27 is Friday, June 4, 2027.
When is spring break for Dare County Schools?
Spring break for Dare County Schools is Monday, April 5, 2027 to Friday, April 9, 2027.
When is winter break for Dare County Schools?
Winter break for Dare County Schools is Monday, December 21, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Dare County Schools return to school after winter break on Monday, January 4, 2027. Winter break ends on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Dare County Schools?
Thanksgiving break for Dare County Schools is Thursday, October 15, 2026 to Friday, October 16, 2026.
How do I add Dare County Schools calendar to my phone?
Click the "Add to Calendar" button at the top of this page to download the iCal (.ics) file. Then:
iPhone/iPad: Tap the downloaded file, then tap "Add All" to add events to your Calendar app.
Android: Open the file with Google Calendar, review the events, and tap "Import".
Google Calendar (web): Go to Settings → Import & Export → Select the .ics file → Import.
Outlook: Double-click the file or drag it into your Outlook calendar.
Apple Calendar (Mac): Double-click the file or go to File → Import → select the .ics file.
What school district is Wanchese, NC in?
Wanchese, North Carolina is served by Dare County Schools. This page shows the 2026-27 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in Wanchese?
School in Wanchese (Dare County Schools) starts on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: July 12, 2026