Nevada School District Calendars & Application Key Dates
Never miss an important school date. Access start/end dates, holidays, and critical application deadlines for CCSD (Las Vegas/Henderson) and WCSD (Reno/Sparks).
event_upcoming2025–2026 School Year At-A-Glance: CCSD vs. WCSD
Official Approved Academic Calendars| School Milestone / Recess | Clark County (CCSD · Las Vegas) | Washoe County (WCSD · Reno) |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of Classes | Monday, August 11, 2025 | Monday, August 18, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Recess | Nov 26 – Nov 28, 2025 | Nov 26 – Nov 28, 2025 |
| Winter Recess | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 9, 2026 |
| Spring Break | March 16 – March 20, 2026 | March 23 – April 3, 2026 |
| Last Day of School | Friday, May 22, 2026 | Friday, June 5, 2026 |
Clark County School District (CCSD)
School Year: 2025–2026 / 2026–2027Clark County (Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas)
Critical School Choice & Application Deadlines
CCSD Magnet & CTA Application Window Opens
Application window opens for Magnet Schools and Career & Technical Academies (A-Tech, LVA, CTA).
CCSD Magnet Application Deadline
Final deadline to submit on-time applications for CCSD magnet lotteries.
Nevada Charter School Network Open Lotteries
Pinecrest, Doral, Somerset, and Coral Academy open lottery application windows for the upcoming school year.
CCSD Open Enrollment (COSA) Window
Change of School Assignment (COSA) window for attending non-zoned public schools with available seats.
District Academic Calendar & Recesses
Frequently Asked Questions: Nevada School Choice & Deadlines
When is the last day of school for CCSD in the 2025–2026 school year?
The official last day of school for students in the Clark County School District (CCSD) for the 2025–2026 academic year is Friday, May 22, 2026 (subject to weather contingency make-up days).
When is CCSD Spring Break 2026?
CCSD Spring Break for 2026 runs from Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20, 2026. Classes resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
When is CCSD Winter Break 2025–2026?
CCSD Winter Recess begins on Monday, December 22, 2025, and concludes on Friday, January 2, 2026. Students return to school on Monday, January 5, 2026.
When is the first day of school for CCSD in 2025–2026?
The first day of classes for Clark County School District students is Monday, August 11, 2025.
When do CCSD Magnet applications open?
The Clark County School District (CCSD) Magnet School and Career & Technical Academy (CTA) application window opens on November 1, 2025, and closes on January 14, 2026.
When are Nevada charter school lotteries held?
Most tuition-free public charter school networks in Nevada (including Pinecrest, Doral, Somerset, and Coral Academy) open their lottery application window between January 15 and February 28.
How does Open Enrollment (COSA) work in Clark County?
The Change of School Assignment (COSA) window allows students to apply to attend a CCSD public school outside their assigned geographic zone, provided seats are available. The window typically runs in March.