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NEWSLETTER

A U R O R A   A C A D E M I C   C H A R T E R   S C H O O L

B O A R D   OF   D I R E C T O R S

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OCTOBER 3, 2024

Dear Aurora families,

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Welcome back to another exciting year at Aurora Academic Charter School!

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As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing communication, this newsletter is presented in a new, more digestible format. You'll notice that it's similar to the updates you will receive from your children's schools, as we work to improve transparency and consistency across our communications. By speaking with a single voice, we hope to keep parents, students, and the community better informed and engaged. We are thrilled about the growth we're seeing in both our student body and our school facilities. With continued enhancements to our programs and spaces, we look forward to another year of success and achievement for all students. Thank you for being a vital part of our vibrant school community!

FINANCIAL REVIEW FOR 2023-2024

 

The financial review for the 2023-2024 school year illustrated a strong financial picture, with revenues from Alberta Education surpassing $11 million. This revenue aligned with our projected budget. We continue to monitor expenses closely to ensure responsible financial stewardship, and welcome all members (every parent of an AACS child is considered a member) to join our Audit & Finance Committee, chaired by Constance Amenaghawon.

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Looking ahead, we will focus on budget planning for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring we can maintain and improve school operations while being mindful of our families' needs.

​Enrollment and Growth remains strong, with a total of 1,210 students across all grade levels this year. Our numbers reflect a healthy and engaged student body. Our high school facilities have been a major focus for improvement, and thanks to additional funding, the necessary renovations to support our growing student population are well underway. We are excited to see the progress in these areas and are confident that these changes will enhance the learning experience for our high school students.

Important Policy Changes

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Several policy updates were approved during the September 24, 2024 Meeting of the Board of Directors:

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  • 5120 BP: Staff Professional Development: We have increased the professional development budget for both certified and non-certified staff from $1,000 to $1,500, ensuring equitable access to growth opportunities.

  • 6035 BP: Student Code of Conduct: Changes regarding student behaviour at and away from school were enacted.

  • 7250 BP: Copyright: This policy was repealed as it was redundant to existing legislation.

 

These updates reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and equitable environment for both staff and students.

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