Pasco County Schools is a large public school district serving Pasco County, Florida — a fast-growing county north of Tampa in the greater Tampa Bay metropolitan area, encompassing communities including Land O’ Lakes, Wesley Chapel, New Port Richey, Trinity, Dade City, Zephyrhills, and Hudson.

The district serves approximately 75,000 students across more than 70 schools, spanning Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, making it one of Florida’s larger school districts.

The district headquarters is located at 7227 Land O’ Lakes Boulevard, Land O’ Lakes, Florida 34638, with the main contact phone number (813) 794-2000 and official website at pasco.k12.fl.us.

Pasco County is one of Florida’s fastest-growing counties, with Wesley Chapel in particular experiencing some of the most rapid residential expansion in the entire Tampa Bay region — driving continued school construction and enrolment growth year over year.

Pasco County Schools Calendar 2026-2027

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Academic Programmes

Pasco County Schools offers a comprehensive range of academic pathways:

• Advanced Placement (AP) — college-level coursework across multiple high school subjects
• Dual Enrollment — students earning college credits while in high school through partnerships with local colleges
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) — vocational and industry-aligned programmes preparing students for workforce entry or further study
• International Baccalaureate (IB) — rigorous internationally recognised curriculum at select campuses
• Exceptional Student Education (ESE) — full-spectrum support for students with disabilities
• Gifted Education — enrichment and acceleration programmes for high-achieving students
• Adult Education — programmes for community members seeking literacy, numeracy, career certifications, and lifelong learning
• School Choice and Magnet Programmes — speciality focus schools across the district

Pasco County Schools Calendar 2026-2027 — Key Dates (Board-Approved 4 November 2025)

For 2026-2027, students are scheduled to start on August 13, 2026 and finish on May 28, 2027. The main family planning blocks are Thanksgiving Break (November 23–27, 2026), Winter Break (December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027), and Spring Break (March 22–26, 2027).

Conditional Days Off

• February 12, 2027 and April 16, 2027 are scheduled school days that convert to student days off if no weather make-up time is needed — confirm mid-year with the district

Total instructional days: 180

Note: Pasco County starts school slightly later than most Florida districts (August 13 instead of August 10-11). Veterans Day (November 11) is not listed as a school holiday in this calendar — it appears to be a regular school day in Pasco County for 2026-2027.

Calendar Board Approved: 4 November 2025

Last verified: 31 July 2026. Official source: Pasco County Schools — Official School Calendar (pasco.k12.fl.us) | Cross-referenced: floridaschoolcalendar.com, myschooldates.com, floridaschools.us (all verified against official board-approved PDF)

Enrollment

Pasco County Schools enrollment is available online through the district portal. Required documents include proof of residency, birth certificate, and immunisation records. School Choice programme applications are submitted during specific enrollment windows with lotteries conducted if demand exceeds availability. Parents can contact the Student Enrollment Office for in-person support or language assistance.

Transportation

The Transportation Department manages school bus operations across Pasco County’s large geographic area. Route information and schedules are available via pasco.k12.fl.us. Parents are encouraged to monitor the district website and local news during hurricane season (June–November) for weather-related schedule changes.

Food and Nutrition Services

Daily nutritious meals are provided at all schools meeting federal and state dietary guidelines, with free and reduced-price meal programmes for qualifying families. Menus feature a variety of options accommodating diverse dietary needs.

Hurricane Planning

Like most Florida Gulf Coast districts, Pasco County builds weather make-up days into its calendar. The June 1–4 make-up day window in the 2026-27 calendar is the district’s built-in buffer for any unexpected closures. If those days are not needed, the school year ends as scheduled on May 28, 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does school start for Pasco County in 2026?

Students’ first day of school is August 13, 2026.

When is Spring Break for Pasco County Schools in 2027?

Spring Break is March 22–26, 2027.

When is Winter Break?

Winter Break begins December 21, 2026, and students return after the New Year holiday and Teacher Planning Day on Tuesday, January 5, 2027.

When is the last day of school?

The last day of school for students is Friday, May 28, 2027.

Is Veterans Day a holiday for Pasco County Schools?

The calendar does not list Veterans Day (November 11) as a holiday; it appears to be a regular school day.

How large is Pasco County Schools?

Approximately 75,000 students across 70+ schools, making it one of Florida’s larger school districts in the growing Tampa Bay area.

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