As a parent at Julian Curtiss School in Greenwich, Connecticut, staying on top of the school calendar is essential for smooth mornings, avoiding missed events, and keeping your family organized throughout the year. Here's everything you need to know about the 2026-2027 school year at JCS.
All dates below come from the official Greenwich Public Schools 2026-27 district calendar (published at greenwichschools.org), which Julian Curtiss follows. Dates can shift, so always confirm against the district's current published calendar and JCS newsletters.
Looking for broader district information? See our complete Greenwich Public Schools Calendar 2026-27 for district-wide dates.
School Year Overview
First Day of School (all students): Friday, August 28, 2026
Last Day of School (students): Tuesday, June 22, 2027 (Early Release)
Teachers report Monday, August 24, 2026, with district professional learning days on August 25-26. Note that the published last day already includes the district's five built-in snow days, so if fewer snow days are used, the year can end earlier than June 22.
Starting on a Friday gives students a one-day first week before their first full week begins.
Back to School Picnic
Before school starts, mark Thursday, August 27, 2026 for the JC Back to School Picnic. It's the best chance to reconnect with classmates and meet new families before the first day on Friday.
Major Holidays and School Closures
Fall 2026
- Labor Day: Monday, September 7, 2026 – Schools Closed
- Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 11, 2026 – Schools OPEN this year
- Yom Kippur: Monday, September 21, 2026 – Schools Closed
- Columbus Day: Monday, October 12, 2026 – Schools OPEN (regular schedule)
- Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – Schools Closed
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 25 (Early Release) through Friday, November 27, 2026
Note the change from last year: Rosh Hashanah is a regular school day on the 2026-27 calendar, so double-check before assuming a September closure.
Winter 2026-2027
- Holiday Recess: Tuesday, December 22 (Early Release), then Schools Closed December 23 through January 1. School resumes Monday, January 4, 2027.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 18, 2027 – Schools Closed
- Winter Recess: Monday, February 8 through Friday, February 12, 2027 – Schools Closed
- Presidents' Day: Monday, February 15, 2027 – Schools Closed (students return Tuesday, February 16)
Spring 2027
- Good Friday: Friday, March 26, 2027 – Schools Closed
- Spring Recess: Monday, April 12 through Friday, April 16, 2027 – Schools Closed
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 31, 2027 – Schools Closed
Early Release Days
Early dismissal days catch many parents off guard. Mark these dates carefully:
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Teacher Collaboration Day – Early Release
- Wednesday, November 25, 2026: Thanksgiving Eve – Early Release
- Tuesday, December 8, 2026: K-8 Conferences – Early Release
- Tuesday, December 22, 2026: Day before Holiday Recess – Early Release
- Tuesday, January 26, 2027: Teacher Collaboration Day – Early Release
- Monday, March 8, 2027: K-5 Conferences – Early Release
- Wednesday, March 17, 2027: K-5 Conferences – Early Release
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027: Teacher Collaboration Day – Early Release
- Friday, May 28, 2027: Early Release (Memorial Day weekend)
- Tuesday, June 22, 2027: Last Day of School – Early Release
JCS communicates exact early-release dismissal times in its newsletters; check those communications for pickup logistics on each date.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
For 2026-27, the district calendar schedules:
- Monday, December 7, 2026: Professional Learning Day – Schools Closed for students, with K-8 conferences
- Tuesday, December 8, 2026: K-8 Conferences – Early Release
- Thursday, December 10, 2026: Elementary evening conferences
- Monday, March 8 and Wednesday, March 17, 2027: K-5 Conferences – Early Release
Sign-up information is usually sent via email several weeks in advance. These 15-20 minute meetings are important opportunities to discuss your child's progress, so mark your calendar early.
Key Events Throughout the Year
Beyond the district calendar, Julian Curtiss runs its own events — picture day, family fun nights, book fairs, concerts, field day, and the 5th grade moving-up ceremony. Exact dates are announced in JCS and PTA communications during the year, and the Julian Curtiss PTA is an excellent resource for staying informed about school-specific activities.
Snow Days and Weather Closures
Greenwich Public Schools builds five snow days into the calendar; the published June 22, 2027 last day already accounts for them. If snow days go unused, the district can end the year earlier.
For weather-related closures and delays:
- Check the Greenwich Public Schools website
- Sign up for district email and text alerts
- Monitor local news stations
- Follow GPS on social media
Staying Organized All Year
With so many dates to track, it's easy to miss important events. Here are some strategies:
- Add dates to a shared family calendar at the start of each semester
- Set reminders for early dismissal days a week in advance
- Check weekly newsletters from JCS and individual teachers
- Connect with the PTA for event updates and reminders
Keeping track of all these dates across multiple emails, newsletters, and announcements is challenging. Many Julian Curtiss parents find themselves constantly searching through old emails to answer simple questions: "When is the next early dismissal?" or "What time is pickup on Friday?" That's exactly why Schoolwise exists — it reads your school communications so you can just ask.
Related Reading for Greenwich Parents
- Greenwich Public Schools Calendar 2026-27
- Back to School in Greenwich CT
- How to Keep Track of School Events
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