The Brief

The school year starts at the end of August for Philadelphia public schools.

Here are some key dates and important information as parents prepare.

Attention parents, it's that time again!

The first day of school is less than two weeks away in Philadelphia, which means it's time to get ready for the year ahead.

Here's a guide to everything you need to know for the 2025-26 Philadelphia public school year, including key dates and health requirements, along with meal and transportation information:

Philadelphia public school calendar

What we know:

The School District of Philadelphia will welcome students back at the end of August. Here are some dates to keep in mind:

August 25: First day of school

September 1: Schools closed for Labor Day

September 23: Schools closed fo

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