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For the 2026–2027 school year, the district serves 6,700 students across 11 schools in Kentucky. Classes begin August 6, 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 McCracken County Public Schools before scheduling around them.

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2026–2027
Calendar Details
Year2026–2027
First DayAug 6, 2026
Last DayMay 20, 2027
Instr. Days180
Grade LevelsPK-12
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McCracken County Public Schools's 2026–2027 academic calendar — holidays, breaks, and key dates.

2026–2027
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    About the District

    School Information

    Details and contact information for McCracken County Public Schools MCPS.

    McCracken County Public Schools MCPS
    Address435 Berger Rd, Paducah, KY 42003
    Academic Facts
    Students~6,700
    Schools11+
    Grade RangePK-12
    Instr. Days180
    RegionKentucky

    Sources and Checks

    Where these dates come from

    How the 2026–2027 McCracken County Public Schools calendar on this page was compiled and what to re-check before you rely on it.

    Sources used
    • ✓District publication. Dates are taken from the calendar McCracken County Public Schools published for 2026–2027, shown as images on this page.
    • ✓Official website. Cross-checked against mccracken.kyschools.us.
    • ✓Board-approved version is used where the district marks one.
    What we check
    • ✓First and last day match the published calendar.
    • ✓Breaks and holidays are listed with their full date ranges.
    • ✓Teacher / no-school days are included where the district lists them.
    • ✓Changes happen. Districts amend calendars mid-year — confirm with McCracken County Public Schools before booking around a date.

    Common Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    McCracken County Public Schools Calendar 2026–2027 — important dates and answers.

    When is the first day of school in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    The first day for students in McCracken County Public Schools for the 2026-2027 school year is August 6, 2026.

    When is Spring Break in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Spring Break is scheduled from April 5 through April 9, 2027. Classes resume on April 12, 2027.

    When is Christmas Break in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Christmas Break runs from December 19, 2026 through January 3, 2027.

    When is Winter Break in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Winter Break coincides with Christmas Break and takes place from December 19, 2026 through January 3, 2027.

    When is Thanksgiving Break in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Thanksgiving Holiday is observed on November 26 and November 27, 2026. There is no school on these days.

    When is the last day of school in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    The last day for students is May 20, 2027. Staff Closing Day is May 21, 2027.

    When is Fall Break in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Fall Break is scheduled from October 5 through October 9, 2026. Classes resume on October 12, 2026.

    When is Labor Day observed in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Labor Day is observed on September 7, 2026. There is no school on this day.

    When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on January 18, 2027. Schools will be closed.

    Are there any possible makeup days in McCracken County Public Schools 2026-2027?

    Possible makeup days are March 12, 2027 and May 24, May 25, May 26, and May 27, 2027.