✏️ Back-to-School in Modesto Starts Here!
Get ready, Modesto families—the countdown to the first day of school is officially on! Whether you're shopping for school supplies, booking those last-minute haircuts, or looking for fun community events before summer ends, we've put together everything you need to make heading back to school a little easier.
Keep this guide bookmarked because we'll be updating it as more events and resources are announced!
📅 2026-2027 School Calendars
Need to know when school starts? We've gathered the calendars for many of our local school districts in one convenient place.
Modesto City Schools
📅 Calendar
First Day: August 11, 2026
Great Valley Academy (Modesto & Salida)
📅 Calendar
First Day: August 12, 2026
Sylvan Union School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:August 6, 2026
Stanislaus Union School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:August 11, 2026
Shiloh School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:
Salida Union School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:August 6, 2026
Paradise School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:
Hart-Ransom Union School District
📅 Calendar
First Day:August 11, 2026
Empire Union School District
📅 Calendar
First Day: August 11, 2026
🎉 Upcoming Back-to-School Events
Celebrate the new school year with local community events!
We'll be adding:
- Backpack giveaways
- School supply drives
- Back-to-school festivals
- Resource fairs
- Family fun events
- Teacher appreciation events
- Community celebrations
👇 Scroll below to see this year's event flyers!
Upcoming Back-to-School Events
Keep checking back! We're adding new back-to-school events as they're announced.
Submit it to the Macaroni KID Modesto Calendar so thousands of local families can find it! Or email me at xochitl@macaornikid.com
✨ Keep checking back! New events are being added regularly as they're announced.
Know of a community back-to-school event we're missing?
Submit it to the Macaroni KID Modesto Calendar so local families can find it!
🍎 Help Local Teachers Clear Their Lists
Looking for a meaningful way to give back this school year?
Many local educators have created classroom wish lists filled with supplies their students need. Even purchasing one item can make a huge difference.
👉 Browse ourClear the List Directory to support classrooms across our community.
📚 Have a Wonderful School Year!
Whether your child is starting kindergarten, entering middle school, or heading into their senior year, we hope this school year is filled with learning, laughter, new friendships, and unforgettable memories.
Here's to a fantastic 2026-2027 school year!
Happy Back to School from your friends at Macaroni KID Modesto!
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