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Horseheads Central School District Calendar families can now begin to make their plans for the 2026-2027 school year. At the district’s board meeting on March 12, 2026, the district’s Board of Education officially adopted the upcoming school year calendar, providing parents, students, and staff with significant advance notice before the fall semester begins. From holiday dates to exam dates, busing dates to curriculum materials, this guide details all of the elements of the official Horseheads CSD calendar, and leaves you with one place to plan your Horseheads year.
2026-2027 is a district-wide schedule for all Horseheads CSD buildings (elementary, middle, and high school sites). The school calendar outlines school vacations, Superintendent’s Conference Days, evening school activities, and other non-instructional days to help families plan well ahead of vacations, childcare, and appointments.
Horseheads Central School District Calendar 2026-2027
These dates are made from the official Horseheads CSD 2026-2027 Calendar adopted by the Board of Education. Weather closures may cause some dates to change (such as make-up dates).
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School (Students) | September 8, 2026 | PreK–12 start |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | School closed |
| Curriculum Conference Day | October 23, 2026 | Half-day (PreK–6 PM off) |
| Columbus Day | October 12, 2026 | School closed |
| Curriculum Conference Day | December 11, 2026 | Half-day |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 25 – November 27, 2026 | School closed |
| Veterans Day (Observed) | November 11, 2026 | School closed |
| Winter Recess | December 23, 2026 – January 1, 2027 | School closed |
| School Resumes | January 4, 2027 | After winter break |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | School closed |
| Presidents Day Recess | February 15 – February 19, 2027 | Mid-winter break |
| Curriculum Conference Day | February 26, 2027 | Half-day |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | School closed |
| Spring Recess | April 5 – April 9, 2027 | School closed |
| Curriculum Conference Day | May 14, 2027 | Half-day |
| Memorial Day Recess | May 31, 2027 | School closed |
| Last Day of School | June 24, 2027 | Early dismissal (7–12 only PM off) |
Academic Curriculum and Syllabus Resources by Grade Level
Course Syllabus for Horseheads CSD calendar pages are not published in their entirety as curriculum content is controlled by each school building and by the grade-level department. When parents are seeking information regarding the syllabus, course outlines or grading policies they should contact the specific school (elementary, middle or high school), or the department chair of the appropriate department, as these will typically be provided at the beginning of the semester and may also be found on each teacher’s classroom page. Families can reach the district’s Director of Student Services at (607) 739-5601 ext. 4300 to connect them with the appropriate building contact when contacting the district for curriculum issues.
Horseheads CSD Parent-Teacher Conference Schedule 2026–2027
| PTM Type | Date | Applicable Grades | Time / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Day | November 6, 2026 | PreK–12 | Half-day / Conference meetings |
| Fall Parent-Teacher Conference Day | November 13, 2026 | PreK–12 | Half-day (make-up / additional conference support) |
| Winter Curriculum Conference Day | December 11, 2026 | PreK–6 | Half-day (PM off for students) |
| Winter Curriculum Conference Support Day | December 4, 2026 | PreK–12Conference/planning | g sessions |
| Mid-Year PTM / Conference Day | February 26, 2027 | PreK–12 | Half-day (teacher-parent meetings) |
| Spring Parent-Teacher Conference Day | May 14, 2027 | PreK–12 | Half-day conferences |
| Additional Conference / Staff Day | March 5, 2027 | PreK–12 | Conference / professional meeting day |
Important Notes
- PTM (Parent-Teacher Meetings) will be held on a half day to facilitate parents meeting teachers.
- The majority of conferences are held twice a year (Fall & Spring), as well as curriculum conference days.
- Individual schools in the district determinethe time (morning/afternoon)
- The dates may change to accommodate school closings due to weather.
Regents, Midterm, and Final Exam Schedule for 2026-2027
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) sets the statewide time frame for New York State Regents Examinations, and Horseheads High School students’ exams are conducted during the same time frame. The NYSED announced that the January 2027 Regents will be held from Tuesday, January 26, through Friday, January 29, 2027. The June and August 2027 windows have also been set by NYSED, but are generally not finalized down to the day until towards the test date.
| Testing Window | Who Takes It | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| January 2027 (Jan. 26-29 confirmed) | Students on a half-year ora a makeup course schedule | Mid-year course completion |
| June 2027 | Most high school students | Primary annual testing window |
| August 2027 | Smaller group, condensed 2-day window | Retakes and summer-school completers |
Horseheads Central School District Holidays List 2026-2027
Horseheads CSD’s calendar is based on state and federal holidays and breaks (Labor Day, Thanksgiving, winter break, Martin Luther King, Jr., Week/midwinter break, spring break, and Memorial Day) as well as any religious or cultural holidays observed locally.
| Holiday / Break | Date(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | School closed |
| Columbus Day | October 12, 2026 | School closed |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 | School closed |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 25 – November 27, 2026 | 3-day break |
| Winter Recess | December 23, 2026 – January 1, 2027 | Winter holiday break |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 | School closed |
| Presidents Day Recess | February 15 – February 19, 2027 | Mid-winter break |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | School closed |
| Spring Recess | April 5 – April 9, 2027 | Spring break |
| Memorial Day Recess | May 31, 2027 | School closed |
Note: These dates are taken from the official Horseheads Central School District 2026–2027 approved calendar.
FAQs
Does the exam schedule differ between Horseheads High School and the statewide Regents calendar?
The NYSED establishes a statewide No. Regents Examination dates, and Horseheads High School operates the exam in the same January, June, and August windows as all other public high schools in New York, but schools determine local midterm and final dates and times separately.
Where can I find my child’s course syllabus or curriculum outline?
No syllabusise posted on the district calendar, but both are distributed by the individual teacher or department at the beginning of each semester; please ask your child’s school building.
How does Horseheads CSD notify families about snow days or schedule changes?
Through its automated alert system, the My Ride K-12 app, the district website, and local media announcements.
When is the next school board election and budget vote for the district?
The next cycle (2026-2027) budget vote and board election were held on May 19; the next cycle’s election date is usually announced in the district’s spring news updates.