School Calendar 2026–2027

Stay informed with all important dates, holidays, events, and academic deadlines for the Hampton Christian Academy school year. Plan ahead with our comprehensive calendar.

First Day August 24, 2026
Last Day June 11, 2027
School Days 180 Days
Holidays 12+ Observed

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Key Dates

Important Dates to Remember

Mark your calendars with these essential dates for the 2026-2027 school year.

First Day of School

Monday, August 24, 2026

All students report for the first day of classes.

Fall Break

October 12–16, 2026

One week break for fall recess. No school.

Thanksgiving Break

November 23–27, 2026

Extended holiday break. School resumes Monday, November 30.

Winter Break

December 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027

Two-week holiday break. School resumes Monday, January 4, 2027.

Spring Break

March 15–19, 2027

One week spring recess. No school.

Senior Graduation

Friday, June 4, 2027

Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2027.

Last Day of School

Friday, June 11, 2027

Final day of classes for all students.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

November 5–6, 2026 & March 4–5, 2027

Scheduled conferences with teachers by appointment.

Year Overview

Academic Year at a Glance

A month-by-month overview of the 2026-2027 school year.

August 2026

School Begins

New student orientation, first day of classes, beginning of fall semester.

September 2026

Fall Activities

Picture day, fall sports begin, open house for prospective families.

October 2026

Fall Break

Fall break week, parent-teacher conferences scheduled, fall athletics playoffs.

November 2026

Thanksgiving

Parent-teacher conferences, Thanksgiving break, first quarter grades issued.

December 2026

Winter Celebrations

Winter concerts, holiday performances, winter break begins.

January 2027

Second Semester

Return from winter break, start of second semester, mid-year assessments.

February 2027

Winter Sports

Winter athletics season, academic competitions, second quarter grades.

March 2027

Spring Break

Parent-teacher conferences, spring break, standardized testing begins.

April 2027

Spring Season

Easter break, spring sports begin, spring musical production.

May 2027

Final Stretch

AP exams, spring athletics, field trips, end of year celebrations.

June 2027

Year End

Final exams, senior graduation, last day of school, summer begins.

FAQ

Calendar Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the HCA school calendar and important dates.

The 2026-2027 school year at Hampton Christian Academy begins on Monday, August 24, 2026. New student orientation is held the week prior on August 20-21, 2026. Teachers return for professional development on August 17, 2026.
HCA observes several breaks throughout the year: Fall Break (October 12-16, 2026), Thanksgiving Break (November 23-27, 2026), Winter Break (December 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027), Spring Break (March 15-19, 2027), and Easter Break (April 2-5, 2027).
The last day of school for the 2026-2027 academic year is Friday, June 11, 2027. Senior graduation ceremonies are held the week prior on Friday, June 4, 2027. Early release days may occur during the final week.
Yes, the HCA school calendar can be downloaded in multiple formats. Use the "PDF" button to download a printable version, or the "Add to Calendar" button to download an ICS file that can be imported into Google Calendar, Outlook, or Apple Calendar. You can also use the "Print" button for a printer-friendly version.
School hours vary by division: Early Learning (4K) runs from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Elementary School (K-5) is from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Middle School (grades 6-8) runs from 7:45 AM to 3:00 PM. High School (grades 9-12) is from 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM. Before and after-school care is available for eligible students.
Parent-teacher conferences are held twice per year: Fall conferences on November 5-6, 2026 and Spring conferences on March 4-5, 2027. Appointments are scheduled through the parent portal. Additional conferences can be requested by parents or teachers at any time throughout the year as needed.
Yes, HCA has several early release days throughout the year for teacher professional development and parent-teacher conferences. Early release days typically end at 12:30 PM for elementary students and 12:45 PM for middle and high school students. Specific early release dates are marked on the calendar with a special indicator.