Des Moines Public Schools Spring Break 2027
The 2026-2027 Des Moines Public Schools calendar puts spring break on Mon, Mar 15 to Fri, Mar 19, 2027, the same week as neighboring Ankeny Schools. Plan around Tue, Mar 9, 2027 as the last day of classes and Mon, Mar 22, 2027 as the first day back.
Planning notes
- Students also have no school on Wed, Mar 10, 2027, Thu, Mar 11, 2027 and Fri, Mar 12, 2027, which makes the time off 12 days long.
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Spring break in nearby districts
| District | Spring break | Back to school |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Public Schools | Mar 15-19, 2027 | Mon, Mar 22, 2027 |
| Ankeny Schools | Mar 12-19, 2027 | Mon, Mar 22, 2027 |
| Waterloo Community Schools | Mar 15-19, 2027 | Mon, Mar 22, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
When does Des Moines Public Schools spring break start and end?
Spring break starts Monday, March 15, 2027 and ends Friday, March 19, 2027.
When do Des Moines Public Schools students go back to school after spring break?
Monday, March 22, 2027.
How many days off is spring break?
five school days. With the weekends and the no-school days next to it, students are off 12 days in a row (Wed, Mar 10 to Sun, Mar 21, 2027).
Is Good Friday a day off in Des Moines Public Schools?
Yes. Good Friday, Friday, March 26, 2027, has no school (Good Friday (No Classes)).
Could Des Moines Public Schools spring break dates change?
The dates come from the district’s calendar. Districts sometimes revise a calendar after weather closures; we re-check the official document every week and update this page if it changes.
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