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

Summer is winding down, and classes are about to resume for students across Gunter. 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 Gunter is served by Gunter ISD, where students return Monday, August 10, 2026. The year runs through May 27, 2027.

Key dates — Gunter ISD 2026-27

First day of school: Monday, August 10, 2026

Thanksgiving break: November 23-27, 2026

Winter break: December 21, 2026 - January 4, 2027

Spring break: March 15-19, 2027 (pending)

Last day of school: May 27, 2027

The complete calendar, including holidays and early-release days, is 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.gunterisd.org/page/calendars

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