It’s back-to-school season for Polk County Public Schools’ 117,000+ students. Whether you’re planning vacations or just trying to avoid school zone traffic, keep these important dates in mind this year. Pro tip: Private + charter schools use their own calendars.
Tuesday, Aug. 5 | K-8, middle, and high school orientation
Thursday, Aug. 7 | Elementary school orientation
Monday, Aug. 11 | First day of school
Monday, Nov. 24-Friday, Nov. 28 | Fall break
Monday, Dec. 22-Tuesday, Jan. 6 | Winter break
Monday, March 16-Friday, March 20 | Spring break
Friday, May 1-Thursday, May 28 | Graduation ceremonies
Thursday, May 28 | Last day of school
Bonus: Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday now lasts for all of August. That means no tax on certain clothing, shoes, school supplies, backpacks, learning aids, and personal computers. Score.
