TENNESSEE — Many public schools across Tennessee are expected to be closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day, though some districts will remain open.
Presidents Day, officially recognized as Washington’s Birthday, is a federal holiday observed each year on the third Monday in February. In 2026, the holiday falls on Feb. 16. Federal offices, banks and many government agencies will be closed.
In Tennessee, public school calendars are set by individual districts in accordance with state requirements for instructional days and hours. While many of the state’s school systems traditionally designate Presidents Day as a student holiday, others choose to hold classes…