Planning family vacations, scheduling appointments, or simply trying to coordinate childcare—Greenwich Public Schools parents need a reliable calendar reference. Here's your comprehensive guide to the GPS holiday calendar for 2025, covering both the end of the 2024-2025 school year and the beginning of 2025-2026.
Looking for school-specific calendars? Check our detailed guides for Julian Curtiss School or browse all Greenwich school resources.
Spring 2025 (2024-2025 School Year)
As we finish out the current school year, here are the remaining key dates:
Spring Break 2025
- Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 2025: Spring Break – Schools Closed
- Good Friday (April 18): Included in Spring Break
Memorial Day Weekend
- Monday, May 26, 2025: Memorial Day – Schools Closed
End of Year
- Monday, June 23, 2025: Last Day of School
Summer 2025
Schools are closed for summer break from late June through late August. Summer programs and activities are offered separately through the district and various community organizations.
Fall 2025 (2025-2026 School Year)
Back to School
- Friday, August 29, 2025: First Day of School for Students
September Holidays
- Monday, September 1, 2025: Labor Day – Schools Closed
- Tuesday, September 23, 2025: Rosh Hashanah – Schools Closed
October
- Thursday, October 2, 2025: Yom Kippur – Schools Closed
- Monday, October 13, 2025: Columbus Day – Schools OPEN (regular schedule)
- Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Teacher Professional Learning – Early Release
November
- Tuesday, November 4, 2025: Election Day – Schools Closed
- Tuesday, November 11, 2025: Veterans Day – Schools OPEN (regular schedule)
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025: Professional Learning – Early Release
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Thanksgiving Eve – Early Release
- Thursday–Friday, November 27-28, 2025: Thanksgiving Break – Schools Closed
December
- Monday–Tuesday, December 1-2, 2025: Elementary Conferences – Early Release
- Winter Break: Typically begins around December 22 and extends through January 1
Note that Columbus Day and Veterans Day are regular school days in Greenwich—different from some neighboring districts.
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Winter 2026 (2025-2026 School Year)
January
- Thursday, January 1, 2026: New Year's Day – Schools Closed (Winter Break)
- Monday, January 19, 2026: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Schools Closed
February
- Presidents Week: Typically includes a week-long break in mid-February
Understanding Early Release Days
Early dismissal days are particularly important for working parents to track. Greenwich Public Schools schedules several throughout the year for:
- Teacher professional development
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Holidays (day before Thanksgiving, last day of school)
Elementary schools typically dismiss around 12:00-1:00 PM on early release days, while middle and high schools may have different schedules.
How Snow Days Affect the Calendar
The 2025-2026 calendar includes 5 built-in snow days. Here's how they work:
- If all 5 snow days are used, school extends to the backup last day
- Unused snow days typically mean an earlier last day
- The district announces closures through their alert system, website, and local media
Differences Between Schools
While all Greenwich Public Schools follow the district calendar for major holidays, individual schools may have:
- Different start and dismissal times
- School-specific events not on the district calendar
- Unique traditions and celebration days
Always check your specific school's website and newsletters for complete information.
Getting Official Calendar Updates
For the most current information:
- District Website: greenwichschools.org/calendar
- School Websites: Each school maintains its own calendar
- Email Alerts: Sign up for district communications
- Printable Calendar: Download the one-page district calendar PDF
Tips for Busy Greenwich Families
Managing the school calendar gets complicated, especially with multiple children in different schools. Here are strategies that work:
At the Start of Each School Year
- Download the district calendar PDF
- Add all holidays and early dismissals to your digital calendar
- Note which days are "schools OPEN" (Columbus Day, Veterans Day) to avoid confusion
Throughout the Year
- Check weekly emails from your child's school
- Review the monthly newsletter from each school
- Stay connected with other parents who can provide backup reminders
When Questions Arise
- Search your email for specific events
- Check the school's online calendar
- Call the school office for clarification
A Smarter Way to Track It All
Between district-wide holidays, school-specific events, and classroom activities, there's a lot to keep track of. Many Greenwich parents spend significant time each week just searching through emails to find dates.
Schoolwise was built to solve exactly this problem. Instead of hunting through your inbox, you can ask questions like "When is the next day off school?" or "Is there early dismissal this week?" and get instant answers.
No more wondering if you've missed an important date. No more last-minute scrambles when you realize it's an early release day.
Related Reading for Greenwich Parents
- Julian Curtiss School Calendar 2025-2026
- Greenwich Elementary School Hours Guide
- Back to School in Greenwich CT
- How to Keep Track of School Events
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