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Summer Break
School starts Aug 13
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
1 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Northwest Public Schools school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Thursday, August 13, 2026 to Tuesday, May 25, 2027 in Grand Island, Nebraska.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 11 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Mar 11 – Mar 12
- •Winter break: Dec 21 – Dec 31
Northwest Public Schools starts school 358 days later than most Nebraska districts. Winter break starts 364 days later than the most common Nebraska schedule.
Download the iCal file above to sync all Northwest Public Schools dates with your phone or computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest Public Schools school open today?
No, Northwest Public Schools is currently on summer break. School starts Thursday, August 13, 2026.
When is the next day off for Northwest Public Schools?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Northwest Public Schools?
The first day of school for Northwest Public Schools in 2026-27 is Thursday, August 13, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Northwest Public Schools?
The last day of school for Northwest Public Schools in 2026-27 is Tuesday, May 25, 2027.
When is spring break for Northwest Public Schools?
Spring break for Northwest Public Schools is Thursday, March 11, 2027 to Friday, March 12, 2027.
When is winter break for Northwest Public Schools?
Winter break for Northwest Public Schools is Monday, December 21, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Northwest Public Schools return to school after winter break on Friday, January 1, 2027. Winter break ends on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Northwest Public Schools?
Thanksgiving break for Northwest Public Schools is Wednesday, November 25, 2026 to Friday, November 27, 2026.
How do I add Northwest Public 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 Grand Island, NE in?
Grand Island, Nebraska is served by Northwest Public Schools. This page shows the 2026-27 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in Grand Island?
School in Grand Island (Northwest Public Schools) starts on Thursday, August 13, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: July 14, 2026