Utah has 40 school districts across 34 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 177 instructional days per year.
Academic Calendar Overview
Utah school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from August 11, 2025 through June 12, 2026. With 40 districts across 34 cities and communities, Utah families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 177 instructional days required per year, Utah school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.
When Does School Start?
The earliest Utah districts begin classes on August 11, 2025, while others do not start until August 25, 2025 — a spread of 14 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one Utah district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across Utah, districts average 177 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.
Break Schedules
For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in Utah runs from March 30, 2026 through April 3, 2026, a schedule shared by 13 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all Utah districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 22, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 21 Utah districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.
Data Sources & Accuracy
Major Utah communities including Salt Lake City, Ogden, Woodruff, and Vineyard are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official Utah school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.
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Compare School Calendars
Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.
| District | First Day | Last Day | Spring Break | Winter Break |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine School District | Aug 18 | May 29 | Apr 6 | Dec 22 |
| Beaver School District | Aug 13 | May 22 | Apr 1 | Dec 22 |
| Box Elder School District | Aug 25 | May 28 | Mar 31 | Dec 22 |
| Cache School District | Aug 20 | May 29 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Canyons School District | Aug 18 | May 28 | Apr 6 | Dec 22 |
| Carbon School District | Aug 14 | May 20 | Mar 31 | Dec 23 |
| Daggett School District | Aug 13 | May 21 | Mar 19 | Dec 19 |
| Davis School District | Aug 18 | May 22 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Duchesne School District | Aug 19 | May 22 | Apr 6 | Dec 23 |
| Emery School District | Aug 21 | Jun 12 | Apr 6 | Dec 23 |
| Garfield School District | Aug 18 | May 21 | Mar 2 | Dec 22 |
| Granite School District | Aug 18 | May 27 | Mar 9 | Dec 22 |
| Iron School District | Aug 13 | May 22 | Mar 9 | Dec 22 |
| Jordan School District | Aug 20 | Jun 4 | Mar 31 | Dec 22 |
| Juab School District | Aug 11 | May 21 | Apr 6 | Dec 22 |
| Kane School District | Aug 12 | May 22 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Logan School District | Aug 20 | May 29 | Mar 30 | Jan 1 |
| Millard School District | Aug 13 | May 21 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Morgan School District | Aug 19 | May 22 | Mar 30 | Dec 22 |
| Murray School District | Aug 18 | May 29 | Mar 23 | Dec 22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does school start in Utah?
For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in Utah ranges from August 11, 2025 to August 25, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.
When is the last day of school in Utah?
The last day of school in Utah for 2025-26 ranges from May 20, 2026 to June 12, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.
When is spring break in Utah?
The most common spring break dates in Utah for 2025-26 are March 30, 2026 to April 3, 2026, shared by 13 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.
How many school districts are in Utah?
We have calendar data for 40 school districts in Utah, spanning 34 cities. The average school year includes 177 instructional days.