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Free Program
PAL Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school offering summer learning for high school students.
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Open Enrollment
PAL students and transfer students are both welcome to apply for summer school.
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Flexible Learning
Choose the format that fits best: in-person, virtual, or hybrid options for high school students.
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Spanish-Speaking Students Welcome
Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply for PAL Charter Academy Summer School.
Why families search for summer school
Need a Summer School Option That Helps Your Student Catch Up?
Many families are looking for a practical way to help their student recover credits, stay on track, or move forward before the next school year starts.
- ✓Credit recovery support
A strong option for students who need to catch up after a difficult school year. - ✓Flexible summer scheduling
In-person and virtual options are available for high school students. - ✓Smaller class sizes
More opportunities for individual attention and support. - ✓Spanish-speaking students welcome
Students are welcome to apply whether they speak English or Spanish.
Benefits
Why Families Choose PAL for Summer School
Built around flexibility, structure, support, and clear next steps for high school families.
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Smaller Class Sizes
Students receive more support, more direct help, and more individual attention during summer learning.
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Flexible Scheduling
PAL offers summer options designed to work better for real student needs and changing family schedules.
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Credit Recovery Support
Summer school is commonly used for credit recovery while still supporting catching up or getting ahead.
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Multiple Learning Formats
High school students can participate in person or virtually, with schedules that may vary.
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Open to Transfer Students
Families do not need to already attend PAL to explore summer school enrollment.
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Supportive Environment
Friendly staff, teacher support, and a student-success mindset help families feel guided from the start.
Proof & trust
What Families and Students Say About PAL
Supportive, welcoming, and flexible — exactly what families often want from summer school.
PAL works with your schedule and offers different program options. The smaller class sizes and teacher support make a big difference, and the staff are friendly, helpful, and focused on student success.
This is a great school that truly cares about students and their success.
Formats & schedule
Summer School Format and Schedule
Only high school students have in-person and virtual options. Virtual students must have access to a computer or laptop with a webcam and online connectivity.
IP
In-Person
High school students can attend in person with a common schedule of 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday–Wednesday.
V
Virtual
High school students may attend virtually on a common schedule of 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Tuesday/Thursday.
HS
High School Only
Summer school in-person and virtual options are available only for high school students.
Important dates
2026 Summer School Timeline
Keep the process simple with the key dates families need to know.
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Application Deadline
June 22, 2026
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Registration Follow-Up
Parents/guardians receive registration instructions by email within 1–2 business days after submission.
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Orientation
Virtual orientation no later than June 27, 2026.
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Summer Session
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 through Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
How it works
How to Get Started
Keep the enrollment path short and easy to follow so parents know exactly what happens next.
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Submit Application and Transcripts
Complete the high school registration form by June 22, 2026. Students may take up to 3 courses, and all courses must be pre-approved by the high school counselor.
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Receive Registration Instructions
Parent/guardian will be contacted within 1–2 business days by email with online registration instructions after the application is submitted and processed.
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Complete Orientation and Prepare to Start
Virtual orientation is provided no later than June 27, 2026, and classes begin Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply. Registration support is available by phone if families need help.
Contact admissions
Have Questions? Talk With Admissions
Use this section for questions, help with eligibility, or to request more information about registration steps.
- ✓Ask about summer school eligibility for PAL or transfer students
- ✓Ask about in-person or virtual scheduling options
- ✓Get help with registration questions for high school summer school
- ✓Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply
- ✓Families are contacted within 1–2 business days after submitting an application
Direct enrollment
Ready to Start Enrollment?
Begin the summer school application online for PAL or transfer high school students. Spanish-speaking students are also welcome to apply.
Frequently asked questions
Answers for Parents and Guardians
Use an accordion layout so the page stays clean while still answering common enrollment questions.
High school PAL students and transfer students are welcome to apply for summer school.
Yes. PAL Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school.
The application deadline is June 22, 2026.
Summer school begins Wednesday, July 1, 2026 and ends Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Yes. Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply for PAL Charter Academy Summer School.
Yes. High school students may attend virtually and must have a computer or laptop with a webcam and reliable online connectivity.
High school students may take up to 3 courses, and all courses must be pre-approved by the high school counselor.
Take the next step
Help Your Student Get Back on Track This Summer
Free high school summer school in San Bernardino with flexible options, supportive guidance, and clear next steps for families. Spanish-speaking students are welcome to apply.