The El Paso Independent School District academic year at a glance for El Paso families, with the official calendar link. Updated July 2026.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| First day of school (2026-27) | August 3, 2026 |
| Winter break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 (Jan. 4-5 are staff-only days; students return January 6, 2027) |
| Last day of school | June 3, 2027 |
El Paso Independent School District maintains the authoritative calendar — including any mid-year revisions, early-release days, and staff-development days.
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