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Countdown to First Day of School
110 days left.
First Day of School is on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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Make back-to-school exciting! Count down to the first day with your kids.
Whether it's kindergarten, a new grade, or starting at a new school, the first day deserves excitement. Create a countdown that helps kids look forward to school while parents stay organized with back-to-school shopping and preparation reminders.
There are 110 days until First Day of School 2026, which falls on Thursday, September 3, 2026. That is 15 weeks and 5 days away, or roughly 3 months. First Day of School is a milestone in the academic calendar; exact dates vary by school district, so it is always worth confirming locally. First Day of School falls on a Thursday this year, a midweek date — worth noting if you want to plan time off around it.
Counting down turns a vague "soon" into a clear number of days you can plan around — booking travel, sending cards, or simply building anticipation. Many people begin preparing for a date like this two to three months ahead, and a visible countdown helps pace that preparation rather than leaving everything to the final week. If you are counting down to First Day of School, you can add a free Outside countdown widget to your iPhone home screen; it updates every day and can be shared with friends and family.
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Turn back-to-school nerves into anticipation. Choose a fun, colorful photo and let kids see the countdown on your home screen. Set reminders for school supply shopping, uniform buying, and orientation days. The whole family can share the countdown together!
