Spring Break Tracker & Upcoming School Holidays: March 14, 2026

As we head into the weekend, the “Spring Break Wave” is reaching its crest! While most students are dreaming of the beach, parents are navigating a complex map of staggered vacations and surprise staff development days. Whether you are in the middle of a break or prepping for one to start Monday, here is your essential logistics report for today.

🌴 Current Spring Break Spotlight

The following major regions and districts are wrapping up their Spring Recess this week (March 9–14, 2026):

• The South (Texas/Florida): Schools in Houston ISD, San Antonio, and Hillsborough County (FL) are finishing their break today.

• The West (Arizona): Arizona State University and many Phoenix-area districts like Mesa Unified are currently out.

• Canada (Ontario): This is the final weekend of the official March Break for most of Ontario, including the Toronto District School Board.

⏳ The Countdown (Next Week!)

Get ready! A massive second wave of closures begins this coming Monday, March 16:

• 2 Days to Go: For Dallas ISD, Austin ISD, and Fort Worth ISD in Texas.

• 3 Days to Go: For Clark County (NV)—one of the largest districts in the U.S.—starting their break Monday morning.

• Canada’s Turn: Major districts in British Columbia, including Surrey Schools (SD36) and Maple Ridge (SD42), begin their two-week spring recess on Monday.

🕵️ Hidden Closures (PD & Training Days)

Don’t get caught at the school gates! Watch out for these “surprise” non-holiday closures early next week:

• CRITICAL: Prince George’s County (MD): Monday, March 16, was originally a PD day but was converted to an Inclement Weather Make-Up Day. If your area didn’t use snow days, check your local portal—some schools may remain closed!

• Halifax (NS): While Spring Break officially starts Monday, today (March 14) marks the start of a week-long closure for all HRCE schools.

• Surprise Staff Days: Check your local district for Monday, March 16 “In-Service” days, especially in smaller rural districts in the Midwest (Ohio/Indiana) that often tack an extra day onto the start of spring break.

⛈️ Weather & Facility Watch

• Infrastructure Alert (Alberta): A major water service disruption in Calgary (impacting Spruce Cliff and Wildwood) has triggered boil water advisories. Local schools are monitoring water pressure for Monday’s reopening.

• Ground-Thaw Warning: We are seeing an uptick in water main breaks in the Northeast and Atlantic Canada (specifically Nova Scotia) as temperatures fluctuate. These often cause 24-hour “Emergency Closures” with very little notice.

💡 Parent Logistics Tip: The “Backup” Plan

If you just realized your child’s break starts Monday and you’re short on childcare, check your local Parks and Recreation department. Many cities offer “Spring Break Playground” programs or “Day-at-the-Zoo” camps that are significantly cheaper than private daycare and often have last-minute spots.