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2026–2027
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Year2026–2027
First DayAug 12, 2026
Last DayMay 20, 2027
Instr. Days180
Grade LevelsPK-12
Official Sourcewww.d428.org

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2026–2027
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Key Dates 2026–2027
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    For the 2026–2027 school year, the district serves 6,200 students across 11 schools in Illinois. Classes begin August 12, 2026 and end May 20, 2027, with 180 instructional days planned. All dates listed below are sourced from the district's official publications. Verify with DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 before scheduling around them.

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    School Information

    Details and contact information for DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 (CUSD 428).

    DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 (CUSD 428)
    Address901 S 4th St, DeKalb, IL 60115
    Academic Facts
    Students~6,200
    Schools11+
    Grade RangePK-12
    Instr. Days180
    RegionIllinois

    Common Questions

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    DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 Calendar 2026–2027 — important dates and answers.

    When is the first day of school in DeKalb School District 428 for 2026-2027?

    The first day of school for grades 1-12 is August 12, 2026 (half day), and August 17, 2026 for PK-Kinder (full day).

    When is spring break in DeKalb School District 428 2027?

    Spring break is from March 22 to March 29, 2027.

    When is Christmas break in DeKalb School District 428 2026?

    Christmas break begins December 21, 2026 and continues through December 31, 2026.

    When is winter break in DeKalb School District 428 2026-2027?

    Winter break runs from December 21, 2026 through January 1, 2027.

    When is Thanksgiving break in DeKalb School District 428 2026?

    Thanksgiving break is from November 25 to November 27, 2026, with conferences held on November 23-24, 2026.

    When is the last day of school in DeKalb School District 428 2027?

    The last day of school is May 20, 2027, and it is a half day.

    When does the first quarter end in DeKalb School District 428 2026?

    The first quarter ends on October 16, 2026.

    When does the second quarter end in DeKalb School District 428 2026?

    The second quarter ends on December 18, 2026.

    When does the third quarter end in DeKalb School District 428 2027?

    The third quarter ends on March 4, 2027.

    When are parent-teacher conferences in DeKalb School District 428 2026?

    Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for November 23 and 24, 2026.