The 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar has been finalized and posted.
The first day of school for students is:
- Monday, Aug. 31, 2026
Feedback regarding students starting school prior to the September long weekend was considered in the development of the 2026–27 school year calendar. However, because Labour Day falls later in September in 2026 (Sep. 7), it was not possible to schedule the start of classes after the long weekend. Instructional calendars take into consideration fall break, the timing of January diploma exams set by Alberta Education, and the balance of instructional days between semesters.
The development of instructional calendars is guided by current legislation, provincial examination schedules, and stakeholder feedback. Each calendar includes a minimum of 181 instructional days, as well as 10 system-wide days allocated for parent-teacher conferences, professional development, and other organizational activities.
Please visit the system calendar page or your school’s website for more information.