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AI-Driven Charter School Model Faces Varied Responses Across States

Unbound Academy's AI-only instructional approach gains approval in Arizona, faces rejection in Pennsylvania
Unbound Academy, a Texas-based educational institution, has developed a virtual charter school model that employs artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver personalized instruction to students in grades four through eight.

This approach involves two hours of daily academic instruction facilitated entirely by AI, followed by life skills workshops and student-led projects.

The AI system adapts to each student's learning pace and style, aiming to optimize educational outcomes.

In December 2024, the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools approved Unbound Academy's application to operate in the state, with plans to commence classes in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The decision was reached by a narrow 4-3 vote, reflecting differing opinions among board members regarding the innovative educational model.

Conversely, the Pennsylvania Department of Education denied Unbound Academy's application, citing deficiencies in meeting the state's charter school criteria.

The department expressed concerns about the untested nature of the AI instructional model and its alignment with Pennsylvania's educational standards.

Unbound Academy's founders currently operate a similar program at a private school in Texas, which involves in-person learning rather than an entirely virtual format.

The outcomes of these varied implementations may influence future decisions about AI's role in public education.

As AI continues to permeate the educational landscape, institutions and policymakers are grappling with its potential benefits and challenges.

The differing responses to Unbound Academy's model underscore the ongoing debate over the efficacy and appropriateness of AI-driven instruction in K-12 education.
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