February break

Midwinter school holiday

February break is a week-long school vacation in late February, common in the northeastern United States.

It falls roughly midway between winter break and spring break, giving students and teachers a respite during the long stretch of cold months.

Also called midwinter break or ski week in some regions: The kids are home for February break.

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