Tuition-Free Public Charter School
PAL Charter Academy serves students in San Bernardino with no tuition cost to families.
Grades 6–8 and 9–12
Enrollment is open for both middle school and high school students for the 2026–2027 school year.
First Day of School
The first day of school is August 10, 2026 for the 2026–2027 school year.
Orientation After Enrollment
New student orientations are conducted the day after a student is enrolled at the site.
Campuses and grades
Choose the Right PAL Campus
Families can contact the correct campus directly for enrollment questions, school-day details, and next steps.
Middle School Campus
Serving grades 6–8 at the PAL middle school site in San Bernardino.
- Monday–Thursday: Breakfast 8:10–8:25 AM, classes 8:30 AM–1:35 PM
- Tuesday tutoring: 1:45 PM–2:45 PM
- Friday tutoring: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at high school location, Room 13
High School Campus
Serving grades 9–12 at the PAL high school site in San Bernardino.
- Main day: Breakfast 8:10–8:25 AM, classes 8:30 AM–1:35 PM
- Independent II Tue/Thu: 2:45 PM–4:15 PM
- Credit recovery: Morning, afternoon, and Friday program options are available
Why families choose PAL
What Families Can Expect
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Middle & High School Enrollment
Families can enroll students for middle school or high school during the 2026–2027 school year.
Supportive Staff
Families can call either campus directly for help with questions and next-step guidance.
Simple Enrollment Path
Families can start enrollment online through Aeries and move quickly into orientation.
Flexible Mid-Year Evaluation
PAL shared that students may continue to be accepted through December 11, based on current passing classes and schedule fit.
Transfer Students Welcome
Students looking for a new school-year option can begin the transfer enrollment process online.
Orientation After Enrollment
New student orientations are conducted the day after a student is enrolled at the site.
Accreditations
Academic Standards and Accreditation
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Common Core State Standards Initiative
PAL aligns with recognized academic standards that support consistent student learning expectations.
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
WASC accreditation reinforces institutional quality and accountability.
Important dates
2026–2027 Enrollment Timeline
Keep the process simple with the key dates families need to know for fall enrollment.
1
Recommended Fall Start Target
The recommended Fall start deadline has passed but our dedicated faculty can still help.
2
First Day of School
08/10/2026
3
Orientation
Orientations are conducted the day after a new student is enrolled at the site.
4
Official Application Deadline
April 27, 2027
How enrollment works
How to Get Started
Keep the enrollment path short and easy to follow so families know exactly what happens next.
1
Complete the Enrollment Application
Use the Aeries enrollment link to begin the application for the 2026–2027 school year.
2
Get Campus Follow-Up and Placement Guidance
Families can contact the correct campus for questions about grade level, scheduling, and next steps.
3
Attend Orientation and Prepare to Start
Orientation is conducted the day after enrollment so new students can move forward quickly.
Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply. Students without transferable grades from a previous school may be advised that starting in the spring semester is the better option, depending on Head of School review.
What daily schedules look like
Bell Schedule Highlights
These quick summaries help families understand the typical school day at each campus.
Middle School Day
Breakfast runs from 8:10–8:25 AM, with classes from 8:30 AM to 1:35 PM Monday through Thursday.
High School Main Day
Breakfast runs from 8:10–8:25 AM, with the main class day from 8:30 AM to 1:35 PM.
Credit Recovery Options
High school credit recovery includes morning, afternoon, and Friday program options depending on student needs.
Contact admissions
Have Questions? Talk With PAL
Use this section for questions about middle school or high school enrollment, school-year start dates, or the application process.
- ✓Ask about middle school grades 6–8 or high school grades 9–12
- ✓Get help with the Aeries application process
- ✓Ask about orientation and school-year start dates
- ✓Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply
- ✓Call the campus that matches your student’s grade level for the fastest help
Direct enrollment
Ready to Start Enrollment?
Begin enrollment online for the 2026–2027 school year for middle school or high school students. Spanish-speaking students are also welcome to apply.
Frequently asked questions
Answers for Parents and Guardians
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PAL is enrolling middle school students in grades 6–8 and high school students in grades 9–12 for the 2026–2027 school year.
Middle School: 1686 W. 19th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411. High School: 2450 Blake Street, San Bernardino, CA 92407.
The first day of school is 08/10/2026.
The overall application deadline for the 2026–2027 school year is April 27, 2027. For families hoping to start for fall, PAL shared July 3, 2026 as the important date to watch.
Orientations are conducted the day after a new student is enrolled at the site.
PAL shared that students may continue to be accepted through December 11, based on the classes they are currently passing and schedule fit.
For newly enrolling students without transferable grades from a previous school, families may be advised that starting in the spring semester is the better option, depending on Head of School review.
Yes. Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply.
Take the next step
Enroll for the 2026–2027 School Year
Now enrolling middle school and high school students in San Bernardino. Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply.