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Summer Break
School starts Aug 24
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
School Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The McDowell County School District school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Monday, August 24, 2026 to Friday, May 28, 2027 in War, West Virginia.
- •3 scheduled breaks and 8 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Apr 5 – Apr 16
- •Winter break: Dec 25 – Dec 31
McDowell County School District starts school 372 days later than most West Virginia districts. Winter break starts 368 days later than the most common West Virginia schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McDowell County School District school open today?
No, McDowell County School District is currently on summer break. School starts Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the next day off for McDowell County School District?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for McDowell County School District?
The first day of school for McDowell County School District in 2026-27 is Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the last day of school for McDowell County School District?
The last day of school for McDowell County School District in 2026-27 is Friday, May 28, 2027.
When is spring break for McDowell County School District?
Spring break for McDowell County School District is Monday, April 5, 2027 to Friday, April 16, 2027.
When is winter break for McDowell County School District?
Winter break for McDowell County School District is Friday, December 25, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in McDowell County School District return to school after winter break on Friday, January 1, 2027. Winter break ends on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for McDowell County School District?
Thanksgiving break for McDowell County School District is Thursday, November 26, 2026 to Friday, November 27, 2026.
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.
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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 2026-27 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 Monday, August 24, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: July 24, 2026