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Summer Break
School starts Aug 24
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
1 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Rapid City School District 51-4 school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Monday, August 24, 2026 to Wednesday, May 26, 2027 in Rapid City, South Dakota.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 8 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Mar 22 – Mar 29
- •Winter break: Dec 23 – Jan 4
Rapid City School District 51-4 starts school 375 days later than most South Dakota districts. Winter break starts 366 days later than the most common South Dakota schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rapid City School District 51-4 school open today?
No, Rapid City School District 51-4 is currently on summer break. School starts Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the next day off for Rapid City School District 51-4?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Rapid City School District 51-4?
The first day of school for Rapid City School District 51-4 in 2026-27 is Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Rapid City School District 51-4?
The last day of school for Rapid City School District 51-4 in 2026-27 is Wednesday, May 26, 2027.
When is spring break for Rapid City School District 51-4?
Spring break for Rapid City School District 51-4 is Monday, March 22, 2027 to Monday, March 29, 2027.
When is winter break for Rapid City School District 51-4?
Winter break for Rapid City School District 51-4 is Wednesday, December 23, 2026 to Monday, January 4, 2027.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Rapid City School District 51-4 return to school after winter break on Tuesday, January 5, 2027. Winter break ends on Monday, January 4, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving break for Rapid City School District 51-4?
Thanksgiving break for Rapid City School District 51-4 is Wednesday, November 25, 2026 to Friday, November 27, 2026.
How do I add Rapid City School District 51-4 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.
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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 Rapid City, SD in?
Rapid City, South Dakota is served by Rapid City School District 51-4. This page shows the 2026-27 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in Rapid City?
School in Rapid City (Rapid City School District 51-4) starts on Monday, August 24, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: July 15, 2026