Spring Break Tracker & Upcoming School Holidays: March 12, 2026

The “Spring Break Wave” is officially rolling across North America! As we move into mid-March, school calendars are becoming a patchwork of vacations and surprise “Staff Days.” Whether you’re counting down to a beach trip or scrambling for a last-minute sitter, here is your essential logistical snapshot for today.

🌴 Current Spring Break Spotlight

The following major regions and districts are closed this week (March 9–13, 2026) for their primary Spring Recess:

• Texas Hubs: Houston ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks, and San Antonio area schools are out, along with Texas State (TXST) and University of Houston students.

• Florida Coast: Hillsborough County Schools and University of Cincinnati (Midwest travelers) are currently on break.

• The West: Arizona State University (ASU) and Occidental College students are enjoying their week off.

• Quebec, Canada: The English Montreal School Board and most Montreal-area schools are finishing their break this week (returning Monday).

⏳ The Countdown (Next Week!)

Get your bags packed! The next massive wave of closures begins Monday, March 16:

• 3 Days to Go: For Ontario, Canada! The province-wide March Break officially kicks off Monday.

• The “Big Ten” Wave: Major universities including Michigan State, Ohio State, and Purdue start their recess.

• Statewide Starts: Large districts in Georgia, Kentucky, and the rest of British Columbia (North Vancouver) begin their breaks.

• Countdown: Students in Aldine, Humble, and Klein ISD (Texas) are in their final 48 hours of classes!

🕵️ Hidden Closures (PD & Training Days)

Don’t get caught at the school gates! Watch out for these “surprise” student holidays in the next 48–72 hours:

• Washington D.C.: DCPS has a confirmed Wellness Day this Friday, March 13. Schools are closed for both students and teachers.

• Maryland: St. Mary’s County schools are closed for students tomorrow, Friday, March 13, for Professional Development.

• Washington State: White River School District previously had a PD day scheduled for March 13, but has REVERSED this; it is now a regular attendance day to make up for winter flooding.

⛈️ Weather & Facility Watch

• Grand Rapids, MI: Several schools including City High Middle and Southwest Elementary were closed recently due to storm-related water damage. Check local feeds for ongoing cleanup delays.

• Ground-Thaw Maintenance: We are seeing an uptick in water main breaks in the Northeast and Midwest. Always check your district’s “Alert” banner before leaving the house during this 40°F/50°F thaw cycle.

💡 Parent Logistics Tip: The “Camp Gap”

If your district has a surprise Staff Development day this Friday, call your local YMCA or community center. Many offer “School’s Out” one-day camps that specifically cater to these single-day district closures.