Students love school
Students show up ready and stay connected with their teachers and classmates.
90% attendanceCamera onOn-time arrival
Guardian Resources
Everything your family needs in one place, plus a clear look at what helps a student thrive at Unbound Academy.
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Guardian Orientation
A guided orientation to help you get set up and feel confident before day one. We're putting it together now. Check back soon.
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Guardian Portal
One place to log in and follow your student's progress. We're building it now. Check back soon.
School calendar 2026-2027
Session startNo school / closedTestingBreak
August 2026 +
Mon Aug 3First day of school · Session 1 starts
Mon–Thu Aug 10–13MAP TestingTesting
September 2026 +
Mon Sep 7Labor Day · school closedClosed
Fri Sep 119/11 Education Day
Thu Sep 24Sandra Day O'Connor Civics Day
October 2026 +
Mon Oct 12Indigenous Peoples Day · school closedClosed
Fri Oct 16Staff Professional Development · no schoolNo school
Mon Oct 19Session 2 starts
November 2026 +
Wed Nov 11Veterans Day · school closedClosed
Mon–Fri Nov 23–27Thanksgiving BreakBreak
December 2026 +
Fri Dec 18Staff Professional Development · no schoolNo school
Mon–Thu Dec 21–31Winter BreakBreak
January 2027 +
Fri Jan 1Winter BreakBreak
Mon Jan 4Session 3 starts
Mon Jan 18MLK / Civil Rights Day · school closedClosed
Mon–Thu Jan 25–28MAP TestingTesting
February 2027 +
Mon Feb 15Presidents' Day · school closedClosed
March 2027 +
Fri Mar 5Staff Professional Development · no schoolNo school
Mon–Fri Mar 8–12Spring BreakBreak
Mon Mar 15Session 4 starts · State Testing Window opens
April 2027 +
Thu Apr 1In-Person State Testing (AASA)Testing
Fri Apr 2First Day of Spring
Fri Apr 23State Testing Window closesTesting
May 2027 +
Mon–Fri May 3–7MAP TestingTesting
Thu May 20Last day of school
Fri May 21Staff Professional Development · no schoolNo school
Mon May 24Summer Extension begins
Mon May 31Memorial Day · school closedClosed
Download full calendar (PDF)Dates follow the official Unbound Academy Arizona 2026-2027 calendar.
What it takes to succeed at Unbound
Students thrive here when three things stay true. This is the bar we hold every student to, and we give real teachers and daily support to help them reach it.
Students learn 2X
Students work at their own level and meet or beat their growth goals in at least three of four subjects.
100+ min a day80% accuracy3 of 4 subjects
Students build life skills
Students earn life skill badges and take an active part in clubs and real projects.
6+ badges90% club attendanceMic on
Three habits hold it all together
PresenceShowing up ready, on time, with the camera on.
OwnershipKnowing the goal and following through on it.
ConnectionBuilding real relationships and helping peers.
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Tuition-free public charter. Grades 4-8 in Arizona.
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