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The McDowell County School District school calendar for the 2025-26 school year runs from Tuesday, September 2, 2025 to Friday, June 5, 2026 in War, West Virginia.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 11 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Apr 6 – Apr 10
- •Winter break: Dec 24 – Jan 2
McDowell County School District starts school 16 days later than most West Virginia districts. Spring break aligns with the most common West Virginia schedule.
Download the iCal file above to sync all McDowell County School District dates with your phone or computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is McDowell County School District school open today?
No, McDowell County School District is closed today for Election Day.
When is the next day off for McDowell County School District?
The next day off is Monday, May 25, 2026 for Memorial Day.
When is the first day of school for McDowell County School District?
The first day of school for McDowell County School District in 2025-26 is Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
When is the last day of school for McDowell County School District?
The last day of school for McDowell County School District in 2025-26 is Friday, June 5, 2026.
When is spring break for McDowell County School District?
Spring break for McDowell County School District is Monday, April 6, 2026 to Friday, April 10, 2026.
When is winter break for McDowell County School District?
Winter break for McDowell County School District is Wednesday, December 24, 2025 to Friday, January 2, 2026.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in McDowell County School District return to school after winter break on Monday, January 5, 2026. Winter break ends on Friday, January 2, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for McDowell County School District?
Thanksgiving break for McDowell County School District is Wednesday, November 26, 2025 to Friday, November 28, 2025.
How do I add McDowell County School District 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 War, WV in?
War, West Virginia is served by McDowell County School District. This page shows the 2025-26 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in War?
School in War (McDowell County School District) starts on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 for the 2025-26 school year.
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Last updated: January 3, 2026