Back to School: When Howe Students Return in 2026 and the Key Dates to Know

Summer is winding down, and classes are about to resume for students across Howe. Here is when the new school year begins and the key dates families will want to mark, based on each district's official 2026-27 calendar.

The city of Howe is served by Howe ISD, where students return Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The year runs through May 20, 2027.

Key dates — Howe ISD 2026-27

First day of school: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Fall break: October 12-13, 2026

Thanksgiving break: November 23-27, 2026

Winter break: December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027

Spring break: March 15-19, 2027

Last day of school: May 20, 2027

The complete calendar, including holidays and early-release days, is linked below.

Families who live near a district boundary can confirm their child's assigned district and campus by address on the district's website.

Sources

https://www.howeisd.net/o/hisd/page/school-year-calendar

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