Back-to-School Season in Houston
Back-to-school season is in full swing as many Houston-area students have about a week before the start of the 2025-26 school year. With the new school year approaching, it’s essential for students and parents to know the start dates and major holiday breaks for their respective school districts.
School District Start Dates and Holiday Breaks
Here’s a list outlining when many Houston-area school districts are set to begin their first day of classes, along with their major holiday breaks.
Houston-Area School Districts
- Houston ISD: Houston ISD’s first day of class is August 12. The district’s winter break will run from December 22 to January 5, with January 5 being designated as a staff professional development day with no classes. HISD’s spring break will be from March 9-13.
- Aldine ISD: Aldine ISD will begin class on August 11. Winter break in Aldine ISD will run from December 19 to January 7, with spring break scheduled for March 16-20.
- Conroe ISD: Classes in Conroe ISD are scheduled to start August 13. The district north of Houston will have its winter break from December 22 to January 5. Spring break in Conroe ISD will be March 9-13.
- Cy-Fair ISD: Cy-Fair ISD’s first day of school is August 13. The district’s winter holiday runs from December 19 to January 5. Cy-Fair ISD’s spring break will be March 9-13.
- Deer Park ISD: Deer Park ISD’s first day of class will be August 13. The district’s winter break will run from December 22 to January 6, with spring break being from March 9-13.
- Fort Bend ISD: August 12 is the first day of class for Fort Bend ISD. Winter break in the district southwest of Houston will be December 22 to January 8. January 5, 6, and 7 will be a teacher work day, professional learning day, and teacher planning day, respectively. The district’s spring break will be March 16-20.
- Humble ISD: Humble ISD’s first day of class will be August 13. Winter break in Humble ISD is scheduled for December 22 to January 5. The district’s spring break will be March 16-20.
- Katy ISD: August 13 is the first day of classes for Katy ISD students. The district’s winter break will be December 22 to January 5. Katy ISD’s spring break will be March 9-14.
- Pearland ISD: Pearland ISD students will start class on August 13. The district’s winter holiday will begin December 22, with classes resuming January 7. Pearland ISD’s spring break will be March 9-13.
- Spring ISD: August 12 will be the first day of school for Spring ISD students. The district’s winter holiday break will be from December 22 to January 5. Spring ISD’s spring break will be March 16-20.
- Spring Branch ISD: August 13 is the first day of classes for Spring Branch ISD students. The district’s winter break runs from December 22 to January 5. December 17-19 will be early dismissal days for some campuses, according to the district’s calendar. Spring Branch ISD will take spring break from March 9-13.
- Tomball ISD: Tomball ISD students will begin class on August 12. Winter break in the district is from December 22 to January 2. Tomball ISD will have its spring break from March 9-13.
Conclusion
As the new school year approaches, it’s crucial for students, parents, and educators to stay informed about the start dates and holiday breaks for their respective school districts. By knowing these important dates, everyone can plan ahead, ensuring a smooth and successful academic year. With back-to-school season in full swing, Houston-area students are gearing up for another year of learning, growth, and achievement.
