Back to School: When Pleasanton Students Return in 2026 and the Key Dates to Know

Summer is winding down, and classes are about to resume for students across Pleasanton. Here is when the new school year begins and the key dates families will want to mark, based on each district's official 2026-27 calendar.

The city of Pleasanton is served by Pleasanton Unified School District, where students return Thursday, August 13, 2026. The year runs through June 4, 2027.

Key dates — Pleasanton Unified School District 2026-27

First day of school: Thursday, August 13, 2026

Last day of school: June 4, 2027

The full Thanksgiving, winter and spring break schedule is on the district's official calendar, linked below.

Families who live near a district boundary can confirm their child's assigned district and campus by address on the district's website.

Sources

https://www.pleasantonusd.net/about-us/calendar

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