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Back To School: Springfield 2023-24 School Calendar

District 186 students return to the classroom on Aug. 21 and here's a look at key dates and breaks for the upcoming school year.

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Back-to-school planning has already begun in Springfield with calendars available to help parents prepare for the first day in Springfield District 186 which serves Springfield’s 33 school buildings, including three high schools.

The first day of school for most students in Springfield is Aug. 21.

Heading into the upcoming school year, some dates are subject to change. Here is the list of dates to know for this school year:

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Springfield District 186 Schools

First Day: Aug. 21

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Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 23-24

Winter Break: Dec. 21-Jan. 3

MLK Day: Jan. 15

President’s Day: Feb. 19

Spring Break: March 29-April 5

Last Day: May 24

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